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Y385 NBV

2001 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,466 mi
Last recorded80,466 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY385 NBV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 80,466 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 80,161 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 80,003 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 75,863 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 72,554 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 67,696 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 67,377 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Feb 2011 64,367 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 64,365 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 61,086 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 61,085 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 57,014 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 54,837 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 52,673 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 51,655 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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Y385 NBV is a 2001 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y385 NBV, 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 Y385 NBV registered?

Y385 NBV is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y385 NBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y385 NBV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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