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W721 VGC

2000 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,771 mi
Last recorded100,771 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW721 VGC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 100,771 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 100,094 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 99,644 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 98,581 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 97,823 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 96,608 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 95,722 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 93,610 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 92,043 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 91,072 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 90,034 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 85,883 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 82,761 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 76,516 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 76,513 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

indicator bulbs faded , front exhaust clamps cooroded through , slight play in n/s rear top suspension arm ball joint

Pass 25 Oct 2008 70,195 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 64,963 miles

advise slight play in n/s/r top arm..

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on outer edge..

Fail 8 Oct 2007 64,963 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

advise slight play in n/s/r top arm..

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on outer edge..

Pass 17 Oct 2006 56,448 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 56,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.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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W721 VGC is a 2000 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 W721 VGC, 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 W721 VGC registered?

W721 VGC is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W721 VGC safe to buy?

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