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D17 DES

2001 BMW M5

Yellow Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,774 mi
Last recorded95,774 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD17 DES
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2023 95,774 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 94,747 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 94,661 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 93,350 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 93,003 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 89,189 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 81,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 73,657 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 67,837 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 64,207 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 57,514 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 52,999 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 48,097 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2007 42,255 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 36,709 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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D17 DES is a 2001 BMW M5 in Yellow with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D17 DES, 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 D17 DES registered?

D17 DES is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is D17 DES safe to buy?

The MOT history for D17 DES shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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