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M5 FYX

2007 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,159 mi
Last recorded61,159 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW M561,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 FYX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 61,159 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 59,020 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive differential pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 57,562 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 52,319 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 47,527 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 47,495 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 44,211 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 38,648 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 30,887 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 24,172 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 18,364 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 18,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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M5 FYX is a 2007 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M5 FYX, 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.

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What year was M5 FYX registered?

M5 FYX is a 2007 BMW M5, first registered on 27 March 2007.

Is M5 FYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 FYX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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