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X307 LNK

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

111,649 mi
Last recorded111,649 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX307 LNK
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 111,649 miles

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Pass 16 Dec 2022 110,897 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

vehicle restricted view

Fail 15 Dec 2022 110,897 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

vehicle restricted view

Pass 28 Oct 2021 110,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 106,335 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2019 101,363 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 97,964 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 95,900 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 90,703 miles

nearside rear shock has a misting of oil

Pass 7 Aug 2015 85,371 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 82,511 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 82,242 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 79,975 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 76,479 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 73,155 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,518 miles

Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

minor windscreen damage to os front outside drivers zone

Pass 5 Jun 2009 64,846 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 60,284 miles

general minor windscreen damage

Pass 28 Jun 2007 56,402 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 45,075 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 45,075 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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X307 LNK is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 X307 LNK, 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

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What year was X307 LNK registered?

X307 LNK is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X307 LNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X307 LNK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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