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V912 FEU

1999 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,095 mi
Last recorded128,095 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV912 FEU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2013 128,095 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 116,338 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 105,253 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 95,791 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 86,618 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 86,618 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 80,188 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 75,495 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 26 Jan 2007 75,385 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 70,078 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 70,072 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak

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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V912 FEU is a 1999 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V912 FEU, 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 V912 FEU registered?

V912 FEU is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 8 November 1999.

Is V912 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V912 FEU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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