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V10 BBN

2009 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,885 mi
Last recorded148,885 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M549,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV10 BBN
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 148,885 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 146,597 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 143,299 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 140,307 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 137,607 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2020 134,767 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 131,657 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 129,331 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 127,155 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 121,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 106,561 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 106,498 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 90,752 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 78,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 78,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 67,435 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

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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V10 BBN is a 2009 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V10 BBN, 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 V10 BBN registered?

V10 BBN is a 2009 BMW M5, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is V10 BBN safe to buy?

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