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Y579 NBL

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,755 mi
Last recorded65,755 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2007
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY579 NBL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2007 65,755 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 62,631 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 62,631 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

off side rear park brake down on performance advise inspection

Pass 14 Jul 2006 57,046 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 43,010 miles

Advise rear brake pads getting low and slight freeplay in nsr lower wishbone ball joint

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)

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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Y579 NBL is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y579 NBL, 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 Y579 NBL registered?

Y579 NBL is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y579 NBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y579 NBL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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