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YA08 MXW

2008 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,305 mi
Last recorded108,305 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 MXW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 108,305 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 103,282 miles

underbody shields fitted

Fail 22 Jul 2017 103,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

underbody shields fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 101,065 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 100,044 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 100,043 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 86,716 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 67,520 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2012 48,088 miles

Nearside front tyre tread low on inner edge.

Pass 29 Jun 2011 29,927 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread low on inner edge.

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

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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YA08 MXW is a 2008 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 YA08 MXW, 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.

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What year was YA08 MXW registered?

YA08 MXW is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is YA08 MXW safe to buy?

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