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V8 MOO

1999 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,137 mi
Last recorded36,137 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 MOO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 36,137 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 36,117 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 35,833 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 34,512 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 34,268 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 33,026 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 32,621 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 31,943 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 31,560 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Mar 2015 31,560 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 31,411 miles

Advise slihgt oil leak from rear diff

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 30,906 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 30,394 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 29,771 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 28,301 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 26,198 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 24,365 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 22,224 miles

both front tyres worn on edges 245/40/zr18 dunlop

leak from rear diff axle

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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V8 MOO is a 1999 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 V8 MOO, 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 V8 MOO registered?

V8 MOO is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V8 MOO safe to buy?

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