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X581 JCL

2000 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

126,969 mi
Last recorded126,969 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX581 JCL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 126,969 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 122,997 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 118,477 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 117,572 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 117,023 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 116,228 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 115,543 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 114,521 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 112,475 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 108,635 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 102,922 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 102,080 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 100,085 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 94,410 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 87,531 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 24 Feb 2011 78,316 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 69,571 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

n/s/r tyre on lim it / poor

rear brakes becoming uneven

Pass 25 Feb 2009 60,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight cut in outer sidewall of n/s front tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2008 50,522 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 36,673 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 36,673 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 25,019 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 19,540 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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X581 JCL is a 2000 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 X581 JCL, 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

How do I check the history of X581 JCL?

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What year was X581 JCL registered?

X581 JCL is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X581 JCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X581 JCL shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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