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V26 RNY

2007 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,996 mi
Last recorded93,996 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW M561,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV26 RNY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 93,996 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 93,804 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 93,194 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 92,292 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 92,269 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Warning light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 89,828 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 86,961 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 86,162 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 84,784 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 83,636 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 77,438 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 72,277 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 67,508 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 56,853 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Jun 2012 40,738 miles

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Pass 2 Jun 2011 34,435 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 23,304 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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V26 RNY is a 2007 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 61,478 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 V26 RNY, 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 19 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 V26 RNY registered?

V26 RNY is a 2007 BMW M5, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is V26 RNY safe to buy?

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