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SN08 KVJ

2008 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,617 mi
Last recorded99,617 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 KVJ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 99,617 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 95,705 miles

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

sill covers/undertrays fitted covering testable items

Pass 8 Jun 2023 90,108 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 90,083 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 88,764 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 85,723 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))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 85,723 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 80,464 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 76,282 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 72,026 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 66,546 miles

front and rear brake discs becoming worn

front brake pads getting low

n/s/r tyre 1.6mm on the legal limit

o/s/r tyre 1.6mm on the legal limit

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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SN08 KVJ is a 2008 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 SN08 KVJ, 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 SN08 KVJ registered?

SN08 KVJ is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SN08 KVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 KVJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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