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V8 TFH

2002 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,760 mi
Last recorded96,760 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 TFH
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 96,760 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 96,496 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 95,948 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 94,957 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 94,589 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear diff is leaking oil

Fail 22 Jul 2019 94,589 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear diff is leaking oil

Pass 27 Jul 2018 94,130 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 92,618 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 92,006 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 90,677 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 89,800 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 88,464 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 87,196 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 84,063 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 80,844 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 80,844 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 73,320 miles

at the time of test correct number plates fitted, found illegal plates in boot.

Fail 6 May 2008 63,594 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 63,594 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 52,507 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 43,221 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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V8 TFH is a 2002 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 89,103 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 TFH, 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 24 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 TFH registered?

V8 TFH is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is V8 TFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 TFH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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