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X448 AVJ

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

159,541 mi
Last recorded159,541 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX448 AVJ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 159,541 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 158,374 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 157,891 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 157,119 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 157,119 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 156,273 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 155,481 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 154,664 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 153,351 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 152,200 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 152,200 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 147,975 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 143,689 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 142,311 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 140,022 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 136,211 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 136,211 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 130,488 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 122,420 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 98,463 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 98,323 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 78,029 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 77,430 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyers worn on inner edges

near side front tyre has cut and damage to outer side wall

off side front tyre has deep cut to outer side wall

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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X448 AVJ is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 93,301 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 X448 AVJ, 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 X448 AVJ registered?

X448 AVJ is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X448 AVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X448 AVJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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