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M5 SWD

2008 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

109,598 mi
Last recorded109,598 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 SWD
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 109,598 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 106,524 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 100,962 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 93,362 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 86,539 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 15 Feb 2017 79,540 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 74,218 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 65,882 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 65,882 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 53,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jan 2013 45,673 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 34,386 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 25,835 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing low from outer edge

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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M5 SWD is a 2008 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 M5 SWD, 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 M5 SWD registered?

M5 SWD is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is M5 SWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 SWD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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