2002 BMW M5 4.9L Petrol · A8 KFS

The 2026-07-14 MOT passed, confirming that the BMW M5 is presently roadworthy, yet the record shows a maintenance trend that is neither stable nor improving. Repeated brake pipe corrosion, persistent steering box play and tyre wear near the legal limit indicate that the vehicle’s condition is deteriorating rather than stabilising. With 113,538 miles recorded at 24 years of age, the vehicle averages only about 4,700 miles per year, a figure that points to long periods of standing rather than intensive use. Mileage rose from 108,067 in 2022 to 113,538 in 2026, a gain of 5,471 miles over four years, roughly 1,368 per year, while the 2021 dual test on the same day and the 2019‑2020 interval show little cumulative use. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes, coil springs and ball joints for excessive wear, inspect the brake pipes and calipers for signs of corrosion or binding, and verify the condition of the steering rack inner joints and steering box for play. The history also flags structural rust on integral body panels and sills, worn tyre tread, and an ABS warning lamp that has appeared intermittently. Although the latest test cleared the vehicle, the repeated corrosion and steering anomalies suggest that underlying wear may be accelerating, and a thorough in‑person inspection is essential before purchase.