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W833 AFC

2000 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

122,012 mi
Last recorded122,012 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW833 AFC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 122,012 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 120,664 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 117,199 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 107,782 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 101,259 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 97,350 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 8 Aug 2013 92,205 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 86,036 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 82,169 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 68,601 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

under chassie tray fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2009 68,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2008 59,065 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 59,063 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 53,711 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 53,711 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 8 May 2007 52,929 miles

O/S/R tyre on 1.6mm limit NOW also cracks in tyre side wall.

Oil leak from rear diff.(ATTENTION RECOMMENDED)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 52,483 miles

O/S/R/ Tyre on 1.6 mm limit NOW.

Oil leak from rear Diff (ATTENSION RECOMENDED)

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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W833 AFC is a 2000 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 W833 AFC, 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 W833 AFC registered?

W833 AFC is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is W833 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W833 AFC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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