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L888 BJB

2009 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,157 mi
Last recorded61,157 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW M549,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 BJB
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,490cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 61,157 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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L888 BJB is a 2009 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 49,754 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 L888 BJB, 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 17 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L888 BJB registered?

L888 BJB is a 2009 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is L888 BJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L888 BJB shows 1 test 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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