CarVerify

Free Car Check

K80 GCC

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,333 mi
Last recorded72,333 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK80 GCC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 72,333 miles

nsf tyre perishing

Fail 15 Dec 2016 72,333 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

nsf tyre perishing

Pass 17 Dec 2015 70,078 miles

nsf tyre perishing

Pass 11 Dec 2014 63,161 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 58,332 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2014 58,332 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 52,129 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 52,063 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 43,096 miles

Wiper blades, poor wipe.One horn ,inop.Nearside front, road wheel, damaged. Front and rear brake discs, very bad corrosion. Front and rear brake pads low.****BRAKES DANGEROUS****

Pass 27 May 2011 33,360 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,200 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
Full BMW M5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K80 GCC 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 72.7%.

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 K80 GCC, 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

How do I check the history of K80 GCC?

You can check the full history of K80 GCC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K80 GCC registered?

K80 GCC is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is K80 GCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K80 GCC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K80 GCC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K80 GCC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.