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GV51 FFM

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,884 mi
Last recorded47,884 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 FFM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 47,884 miles

Handbrake performance low recommend attention.

O/s/r and n/s/r upper tow arms outer ball joint dust gaitors starting to split.

Pass 19 Sep 2024 47,836 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 47,596 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 47,536 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 47,288 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 46,773 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 46,487 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 46,356 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 44,524 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 44,074 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 43,402 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 42,941 miles

nearside front tyre inner sidewall starting to split

Pass 20 Nov 2013 41,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2012 40,133 miles

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

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

windscreen chipped

Pass 19 Dec 2012 40,133 miles

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

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)

windscreen chipped

Pass 7 Nov 2011 36,399 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 Nov 2010 34,125 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 29,924 miles

both outer sills and undertrays fitted and both rear coil springs unable to view fully

Pass 26 Nov 2008 26,711 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 23,805 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 18,472 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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GV51 FFM is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GV51 FFM, 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

How do I check the history of GV51 FFM?

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What year was GV51 FFM registered?

GV51 FFM is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is GV51 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 FFM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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