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Y299 CGC

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY299 CGC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2015

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 141,401 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 134,380 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 129,155 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 124,309 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Near side front tyre has several deep cuts on the inside sidewall-no cords exposed

both front tyres worn on outer shoulders

Pass 20 Jul 2010 116,435 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2009 111,357 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 105,798 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 105,798 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 87,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 65,026 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 59,292 miles

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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Y299 CGC is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y299 CGC, 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.

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What year was Y299 CGC registered?

Y299 CGC is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y299 CGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y299 CGC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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