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DK08 TPF

2008 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,255 mi
Last recorded75,255 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 TPF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 75,255 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 71,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jan 2019 71,533 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 67,587 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 67,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 62,948 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 60,962 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 58,888 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 55,347 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 50,980 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 41,417 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 16 Mar 2011 31,009 miles

surface corrosion to brake discs

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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DK08 TPF is a 2008 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 58,382 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK08 TPF, 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 18 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 TPF registered?

DK08 TPF is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is DK08 TPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 TPF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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