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A1 DKF

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

120,065 mi
Last recorded120,065 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 DKF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 120,065 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 120,063 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 120,035 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 120,012 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 119,913 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 119,913 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 119,587 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 119,293 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 119,253 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 118,753 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 118,074 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 112,877 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 108,380 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)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 108,380 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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 Nov 2009 102,025 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2009 102,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 87,387 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

slight oil leak from o/s/r axle output shaft seal

Pass 29 Nov 2007 75,473 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 74,323 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 69,165 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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A1 DKF is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A1 DKF, 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 A1 DKF registered?

A1 DKF is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is A1 DKF safe to buy?

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