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M5 VVU

2011 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,034 mi
Last recorded73,034 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW M555,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 VVU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 73,034 miles
Pass 4 May 2025 72,614 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 70,782 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 64,412 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 61,794 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 45,628 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 36,935 miles

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 29 Jul 2015 27,600 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,730 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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M5 VVU is a 2011 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M5 VVU, 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

How do I check the history of M5 VVU?

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What year was M5 VVU registered?

M5 VVU is a 2011 BMW M5, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is M5 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 VVU shows 9 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 M5 VVU have outstanding finance?

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