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YB56 AFX

2007 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,525 mi
Last recorded91,525 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2007 BMW M561,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB56 AFX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 91,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm,255/40/19y xl (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm,255/40/19y xl (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 86,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 81,018 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 73,658 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 73,658 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 65,268 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 57,744 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 55,109 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 55,109 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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YB56 AFX is a 2007 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YB56 AFX, 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 YB56 AFX registered?

YB56 AFX is a 2007 BMW M5, first registered on 1 February 2007.

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