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M50 YSS

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,050 mi
Last recorded101,050 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 YSS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2025 101,050 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 99,858 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 93,737 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 87,917 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 84,598 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 78,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 71,992 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 69,137 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 48,234 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 YSS is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 M50 YSS, 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 M50 YSS registered?

M50 YSS is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is M50 YSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M50 YSS shows 9 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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