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SM61 KGX

2011 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,353 mi
Last recorded99,353 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW M555,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 KGX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 99,353 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 92,332 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 86,194 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 80,402 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 73,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 66,054 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear brake pads 80% worn

Pass 16 Jul 2019 58,134 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm of tread (265/35r20)

Both rear tyres on 3mm of tread (295/30r20)

Fail 12 Jul 2019 58,052 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both front tyres on 3mm of tread (265/35r20)

Both rear tyres on 3mm of tread (295/30r20)

Pass 9 Jul 2018 52,307 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 46,596 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 42,190 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 30,274 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,371 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 19,371 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SM61 KGX is a 2011 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM61 KGX, 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

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What year was SM61 KGX registered?

SM61 KGX is a 2011 BMW M5, first registered on 2 December 2011.

Is SM61 KGX safe to buy?

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