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W681 TVG

2000 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

130,591 mi
Last recorded130,591 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW681 TVG
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 130,591 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 129,687 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 126,431 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 124,616 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 118,822 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 118,822 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 114,337 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 111,750 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 108,227 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 105,637 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 101,175 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 96,839 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 91,873 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 87,460 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 85,269 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 5 Jun 2008 77,609 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 69,649 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 67,256 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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W681 TVG is a 2000 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 W681 TVG, 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 W681 TVG registered?

W681 TVG is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 10 August 2000.

Is W681 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W681 TVG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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