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BU14 WBP

2014 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,294 mi
Last recorded102,294 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW M545,145 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 WBP
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 102,294 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 91,328 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 84,230 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 74,840 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 66,499 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 66,499 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 56,425 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 54,008 miles

Engine trays fitted obscuring some components

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Mar 2019 50,110 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 45,145 miles

Engine trays fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2017 39,930 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 39,930 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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BU14 WBP is a 2014 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 45,145 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU14 WBP, 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 12 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 BU14 WBP registered?

BU14 WBP is a 2014 BMW M5, first registered on 7 March 2014.

Is BU14 WBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU14 WBP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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