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M90 SPS

2008 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,565 mi
Last recorded80,565 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM90 SPS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 80,565 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 80,327 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 79,917 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 78,398 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 75,470 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 74,589 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 70,784 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 66,378 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,998 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Apr 2016 56,142 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 41,401 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 34,396 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 27,993 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)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 19,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 19,687 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 15,093 miles
Pass 6 May 2011
Fail 5 May 2011 14,484 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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M90 SPS is a 2008 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M90 SPS, 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 M90 SPS registered?

M90 SPS is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is M90 SPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M90 SPS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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