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M55 PHA

2018 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,913 mi
Last recorded18,913 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW M534,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 PHA
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 18,913 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 17,150 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 15,444 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 12,296 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 9,227 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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M55 PHA is a 2018 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 34,140 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 M55 PHA, 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 8 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 M55 PHA registered?

M55 PHA is a 2018 BMW M5, first registered on 29 September 2018.

Is M55 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 PHA shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M55 PHA have outstanding finance?

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