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W166 YRV

2000 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,249 mi
Last recorded99,249 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW166 YRV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 99,249 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 99,216 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

note brake warning light stays on

Pass 5 Mar 2012 95,931 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 93,504 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 13 Nov 2009 88,741 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 84,271 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 82,931 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 81,919 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all four brake discs corroded

front brakes out of balance

Fail 28 Sep 2006 81,867 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all four brake discs corroded

rear brakes out of balance

Pass 31 May 2005 79,683 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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W166 YRV is a 2000 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 102,280 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 W166 YRV, 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 26 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 W166 YRV registered?

W166 YRV is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W166 YRV safe to buy?

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