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WC08 ALT

2014 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,379 mi
Last recorded65,379 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW M545,145 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWC08 ALT
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 65,379 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 55,415 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 55,415 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 49,578 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 49,509 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 40,487 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 38,749 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 36,992 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 34,412 miles

Front tyres worn on edges.

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 20 Dec 2018 31,851 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 28,454 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 22,021 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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WC08 ALT is a 2014 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 45,145 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 WC08 ALT, 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 12 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 WC08 ALT registered?

WC08 ALT is a 2014 BMW M5, first registered on 23 June 2014.

Is WC08 ALT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WC08 ALT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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