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GL57 WNZ

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,254 mi
Last recorded73,254 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 WNZ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 73,254 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 72,147 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 72,120 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 69,970 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 60,248 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 15 Jan 2015 53,462 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 53,458 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 45,885 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 39,779 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 30,725 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 24,450 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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GL57 WNZ is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 GL57 WNZ, 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 GL57 WNZ registered?

GL57 WNZ is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is GL57 WNZ safe to buy?

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