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Y25 KAM

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

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Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY25 KAM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026
Fail 25 Jul 2026

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 132,198 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 128,703 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 125,195 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 122,005 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 114,966 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 113,361 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 111,420 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 111,420 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 110,057 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 104,850 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 98,428 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 91,766 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 86,572 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 78,126 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2008 69,203 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 12 May 2008 69,203 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 14 May 2007 57,346 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 36,996 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 35,560 miles

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

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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Y25 KAM is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y25 KAM, 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 Y25 KAM registered?

Y25 KAM is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 20 August 2001.

Is Y25 KAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y25 KAM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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