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HG51 EFF

2001 BMW M5

Green Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,540 mi
Last recorded55,540 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 EFF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 55,540 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracking

both front tyres perished and cracking

Pass 5 Dec 2016 54,502 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 53,558 miles

Engine Management Light on

Fail 19 Oct 2015 53,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine warning light on indicating a fault

Pass 27 Sep 2014 50,352 miles

oil leak (rear diff)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 47,986 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 47,974 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 47,632 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Dec 2011 46,724 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 45,677 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 43,701 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 43,603 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 41,436 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 38,863 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 35,961 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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HG51 EFF is a 2001 BMW M5 in Green with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HG51 EFF, 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 HG51 EFF registered?

HG51 EFF is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is HG51 EFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 EFF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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