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X285 EGJ

2000 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,096 mi
Last recorded106,096 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX285 EGJ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 106,096 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 105,781 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 105,638 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 104,446 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 103,764 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 100,461 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 98,229 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 92,952 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 89,892 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 82,998 miles

bolt between rear silencers becoming loose.

near side front tyre perishing on sidewall and worn on inner and outer edges.

off side front tyre cracking in tread suggest monitored.

Fail 12 Aug 2009 82,998 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Bolt between rear silencers becoming loose.

Nearside front tyre perishing on sidewall and worn on inner and outer edges.

Offside front tyre cracking in tread suggest monitored.

Pass 4 Sep 2008 77,769 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 77,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 75,079 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 73,422 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 73,422 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar 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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X285 EGJ is a 2000 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X285 EGJ, 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 X285 EGJ registered?

X285 EGJ is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X285 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X285 EGJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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