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FL08 UXR

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,767 mi
Last recorded42,767 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2011
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 UXR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2011 42,767 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Sep 2011 42,767 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2010 30,816 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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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FL08 UXR is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FL08 UXR, 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 FL08 UXR registered?

FL08 UXR is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FL08 UXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 UXR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL08 UXR have outstanding finance?

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