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V4 SDM

1999 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

254,207 mi
Last recorded254,207 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV4 SDM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2025 254,207 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 248,383 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 244,116 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

[park brake just met limit

Pass 19 Oct 2022 238,901 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 234,357 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 230,572 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 227,717 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 225,446 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 220,194 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 215,129 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 208,998 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 203,214 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 197,986 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 190,959 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 185,638 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

both sills slightly corroded

front exhaust hanger broken

Pass 21 Sep 2010 180,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2009 173,074 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2008 163,432 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 153,938 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 138,986 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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V4 SDM is a 1999 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V4 SDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 27 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V4 SDM registered?

V4 SDM is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V4 SDM safe to buy?

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