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Y262 KUX

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

113,806 mi
Last recorded113,806 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY262 KUX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2014 113,806 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 113,806 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 111,865 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 101,127 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 96,508 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 88,362 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 76,144 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 73,072 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise front tyres wearing on outer edges requires wheel allignment

advise nail in o/s rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2006 67,012 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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Y262 KUX is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y262 KUX, 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 Y262 KUX registered?

Y262 KUX is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y262 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y262 KUX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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