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LFZ 5172

2007 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

80,764 mi
Last recorded80,764 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW M561,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 5172
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 80,764 miles

rear diff damp

Pass 18 Mar 2025 80,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 79,623 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 78,196 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 76,769 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 76,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2019 71,745 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 65,031 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 57,150 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,886 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 46,204 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 37,938 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 30,897 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 30,891 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 27,368 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 15,919 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,188 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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LFZ 5172 is a 2007 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 61,478 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 LFZ 5172, 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 19 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 LFZ 5172 registered?

LFZ 5172 is a 2007 BMW M5, first registered on 20 June 2007.

Is LFZ 5172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 5172 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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