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LG08 WJL

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,681 mi
Last recorded71,681 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 WJL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 71,681 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 69,974 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 67,382 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 63,471 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 23 May 2015 59,914 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 54,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 46,594 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 46,590 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres inner edges worn smooth? vehicle may need adjustment or repair?

front side windows tinted ? maybe to excess?

Pass 15 Jan 2013 45,534 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 28,044 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 18 Feb 2011 16,222 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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LG08 WJL 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 LG08 WJL, 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 LG08 WJL registered?

LG08 WJL is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is LG08 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 WJL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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