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S3 XME

2010 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,071 mi
Last recorded80,071 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW M550,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 XME
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 80,071 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 78,972 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 76,910 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 73,259 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 70,384 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 63,114 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 57,650 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 50,499 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 39,785 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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S3 XME is a 2010 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 50,013 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 S3 XME, 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 16 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 S3 XME registered?

S3 XME is a 2010 BMW M5, first registered on 11 March 2010.

Is S3 XME safe to buy?

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