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OS55 SOM

2008 BMW M6

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,731 mi
Last recorded114,731 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M646,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOS55 SOM
MakeBMW
ModelM6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 114,731 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 110,980 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 107,307 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 104,700 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 100,371 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 94,693 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 88,757 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 84,091 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 82,543 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 79,053 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 74,962 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 68,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 58,216 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2013 57,095 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 52,221 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 48,407 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M6?

Based on 20,454 MOT tests across 2,050 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
3,693
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,050
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 295
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 169
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 107
Brake pipe excessively corroded 79
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 69
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OS55 SOM is a 2008 BMW M6 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW M6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 46,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OS55 SOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this BMW M6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OS55 SOM?

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What year was OS55 SOM registered?

OS55 SOM is a 2008 BMW M6, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is OS55 SOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OS55 SOM shows 16 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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