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K4 BYX

2008 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,680 mi
Last recorded77,680 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 BYX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 77,680 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 75,249 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 73,410 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 71,780 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 70,095 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 70,020 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 68,739 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 66,923 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 64,693 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 62,643 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 54,617 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 28,389 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 25,520 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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K4 BYX is a 2008 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K4 BYX, 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 K4 BYX registered?

K4 BYX is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is K4 BYX safe to buy?

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