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P15 ARX

2008 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,128 mi
Last recorded89,128 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP15 ARX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 89,128 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 88,497 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 87,459 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 84,540 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 83,377 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 73,574 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 72,143 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 69,971 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 68,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing close to markers

Offside Rear Tyre wearing close to markers

Underbody panels prevent complete inspection

Pass 12 May 2016 66,656 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 60,289 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 57,811 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to nearside front not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 May 2013 49,455 miles

age cracks in tread offside front tyrer

Pass 7 Jul 2011 36,319 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 34,772 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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P15 ARX is a 2008 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P15 ARX, 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 P15 ARX registered?

P15 ARX is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is P15 ARX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P15 ARX shows 15 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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