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LF08 ZSU

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,741 mi
Last recorded117,741 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2018 117,741 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 101,276 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 84,867 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 67,010 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

cut in nearside front tyre tread (not deep enough to reach ply or cords)

cut in offside rear tyre sidewall (inner facing) not deep enough to reach ply or cord

Pass 3 Apr 2014 60,929 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 56,360 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

wipers poor

Pass 1 Mar 2012 49,299 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 24 Feb 2011 40,097 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 ZSU is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LF08 ZSU, 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 LF08 ZSU registered?

LF08 ZSU is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LF08 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 ZSU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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