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KFZ 3273

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

75,860 mi
Last recorded75,860 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFZ 3273
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 75,860 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 75,680 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 75,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 75,603 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 75,431 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 74,977 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 74,761 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 74,571 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 71,796 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 67,362 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 58,551 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM GEAR BOX

Pass 20 May 2011 56,787 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2010 53,504 miles

REAR TYRES GETTING LOW

Pass 6 May 2009 50,984 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 45,400 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 45,024 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 44,969 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 57,784 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 31,997 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 31,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

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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KFZ 3273 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 KFZ 3273, 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 KFZ 3273?

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What year was KFZ 3273 registered?

KFZ 3273 is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is KFZ 3273 safe to buy?

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