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Y927 SVR

2001 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,016 mi
Last recorded115,016 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY927 SVR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 115,016 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 110,254 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 105,830 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 100,653 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2013 100,601 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2013 100,601 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2011 92,439 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 88,748 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 17 Feb 2009 84,178 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Wiper Blade Smearing

Offside Wiper Blade Smearing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 77,521 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Jan 2008 77,521 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 71,423 miles

o/side rear anti roll bar slihtcrack

Pass 2 Feb 2006 61,220 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 61,210 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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Y927 SVR is a 2001 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y927 SVR, 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 Y927 SVR registered?

Y927 SVR is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y927 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y927 SVR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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