2002 BMW M5 4.9L Petrol · M5 JVK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative repairs. The most recent recorded test in November 2021 at 144,973 miles passed despite significant surface pitting and scoring on all four brake discs. Given that no MOT data exists for the subsequent five years, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and the mechanical condition has likely deteriorated due to age and the lack of recent professional inspection since that final entry. At a recorded mileage of 144,973 miles, this 24-year-old M5 has averaged approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with a low-use performance car. The data shows a significant gap in usage between 2020 and 2021, where the vehicle covered only 1,282 miles in twelve months. This low annual mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber-based components and fluid systems, as evidenced by the recurring reports of corroded brake pipes and oil leaks throughout the vehicle's history. A prospective buyer must focus their physical inspection on the braking and hydraulic systems, which have been a recurring point of concern. The record shows a history of corrosion on nearly all brake pipes dating back to 2011, alongside previous power steering seepage and a rear axle oil leak noted in 2015. The persistent pitting on the discs in 2021 suggests the car may have sat for long periods, allowing moisture to corrode the metal surfaces. Furthermore, the 2018 failure for high carbon monoxide emissions indicates that the engine's fueling or exhaust system requires thorough checking to ensure it is still operating efficiently.