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OV59 LKU

2009 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,990 mi
Last recorded69,990 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW M549,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 LKU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 69,990 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 61,854 miles

A repair the the rear of the vehicle has previously been carried out

Exhaust system twisted and hanger bushes starting to split

Lower section of rear bumper supported with tie wraps

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner control arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2016 61,854 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

A repair the the rear of the vehicle has previously been carried out

Exhaust system twisted and hanger bushes starting to split

Lower section of rear bumper supported with tie wraps

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner control arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 51,122 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 51,119 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 40,996 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 34,343 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 28,789 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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OV59 LKU is a 2009 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 49,754 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 OV59 LKU, 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 17 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 OV59 LKU registered?

OV59 LKU is a 2009 BMW M5, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is OV59 LKU safe to buy?

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