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X872 DDM

2001 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,743 mi
Last recorded129,743 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX872 DDM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 129,743 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 117,443 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 103,951 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 91,368 miles

hand brake readings low,just passed

Pass 15 Dec 2008 89,546 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 80,856 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 74,312 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 74,203 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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X872 DDM is a 2001 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X872 DDM, 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 X872 DDM?

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What year was X872 DDM registered?

X872 DDM is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X872 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X872 DDM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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