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SEZ 6461

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,184 mi
Last recorded72,184 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEZ 6461
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 72,184 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 70,951 miles

Nearside Rear Advise shock absorber damp with oil but is acceptable

Fail 30 Mar 2021 70,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Advise shock absorber damp with oil but is acceptable

Pass 15 Jul 2019 69,447 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 66,315 miles

DAMAGE TO THE N/S OUTER SILL COVER

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front JACKING BLOCK IS MISSING

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 64,241 miles

Nearside Front jacking point missing

Nearside Front tyre has outer sidewall damage

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 64,241 miles

Nearside Front jacking point missing

Nearside Front tyre has outer sidewall damage

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 59,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wall damaged (no cords exposed)

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2015 57,596 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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SEZ 6461 is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 58,382 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 SEZ 6461, 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 18 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 SEZ 6461 registered?

SEZ 6461 is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is SEZ 6461 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEZ 6461 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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