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GM16 XML

2016 BMW M5

Orange Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,838 mi
Last recorded23,838 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW M540,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 XML
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2016
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 23,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,469 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,110 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 16,691 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 14,281 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 11,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Jun 2019 8,542 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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GM16 XML is a 2016 BMW M5 in Orange with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 40,393 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 GM16 XML, 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 10 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 GM16 XML registered?

GM16 XML is a 2016 BMW M5, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is GM16 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM16 XML shows 7 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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