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M50 FFG

2008 BMW M5

White Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,592 mi
Last recorded87,592 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 FFG
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 87,592 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 86,951 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 86,348 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 85,946 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 85,946 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 84,369 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 83,438 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 82,146 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 80,467 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 70,125 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 63,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre side wall rubber cut

Pass 8 Jun 2015 42,248 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2014 36,211 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 24,221 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 24,221 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 9 May 2012 12,976 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 9,130 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 9,130 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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M50 FFG is a 2008 BMW M5 in White with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M50 FFG, 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 M50 FFG?

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What year was M50 FFG registered?

M50 FFG is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is M50 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 FFG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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