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YL57 CBY

2008 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,808 mi
Last recorded55,808 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW M558,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 CBY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2019 55,808 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 55,173 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap seal still sealing but slightly perished on outer part of seal.

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Little crack. (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output Has some humidity inside. (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 55,058 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak Cover under engine ()

Pass 7 Apr 2015 44,456 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 41,383 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 39,662 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 32,946 miles

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

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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YL57 CBY is a 2008 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YL57 CBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL57 CBY registered?

YL57 CBY is a 2008 BMW M5, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is YL57 CBY safe to buy?

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