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LH61 AVF

2011 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,141 mi
Last recorded84,141 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW M555,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH61 AVF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 84,141 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 79,998 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 74,554 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 72,906 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 69,742 miles

Coolant leak minor

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 66,470 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 66,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 62,121 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 58,102 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 50,281 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 43,064 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres 1.6mm on both edges and 4mm over3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre size 265/35 YR20 Mich

Pass 15 Dec 2015 37,183 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 29,067 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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LH61 AVF is a 2011 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 55,641 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 LH61 AVF, 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 15 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 LH61 AVF registered?

LH61 AVF is a 2011 BMW M5, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is LH61 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH61 AVF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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