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X251 NLB

2001 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

103,322 mi
Last recorded103,322 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX251 NLB
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2023 103,322 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 103,319 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 103,313 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 102,511 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 100,963 miles

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

N/S washer inoperative but O/S adequately clearing screen.

Slight judder from front brakes.

Slight wear in steering rack.

Stone chips across windscreen.

Surface corrosion front to rear metal brake pipes.

Pass 8 Nov 2014 98,098 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 94,504 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 91,199 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 88,667 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 85,304 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 85,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 80,313 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 75,671 miles

2 emission sheets printed

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

iol around rear diff seal

large under trays

new front disc and pads fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2008 68,605 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 65,008 miles

NAIL IN THE O/S/F TYRE TREAD

PARKING BRAKE EFFORT LOW

Pass 28 Dec 2006 63,346 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2005 51,279 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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X251 NLB is a 2001 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 93,301 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 X251 NLB, 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 25 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X251 NLB?

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What year was X251 NLB registered?

X251 NLB is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X251 NLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X251 NLB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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