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LF08 BWC

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,150 mi
Last recorded60,150 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 BWC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 60,150 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 60,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 53,531 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 53,484 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 52,434 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 50,906 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 48,964 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 45,105 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 40,165 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 35,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front discs worn/pitted

Fail 20 Jun 2013 35,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front discs worn/pitted

Pass 14 Jun 2012 28,678 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,953 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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LF08 BWC is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LF08 BWC, 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.

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What year was LF08 BWC registered?

LF08 BWC is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LF08 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 BWC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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