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DG51 ZGO

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

135,352 mi
Last recorded135,352 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 ZGO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 135,352 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 135,539 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2021 132,358 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 132,275 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 128,043 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 127,972 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 126,253 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 12 Jul 2013 112,953 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear discs Pitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012
Pass 9 Aug 2011 96,384 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 96,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 93,157 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 89,231 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 82,691 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2008 82,689 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 54,341 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 71,454 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 54,516 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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DG51 ZGO is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DG51 ZGO, 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 DG51 ZGO registered?

DG51 ZGO is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is DG51 ZGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 ZGO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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