2014 BMW M5 4.4L Petrol · BM55 ANJ
2014 BMW M5 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 15 Dec 2014. Recorded mileage 71,431 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,431 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BM55 ANJ Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/06/2026
- 71,431 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BM55 ANJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 BMW M5 (BM55 ANJ) between December 2017 and June 2026.
The record contains 10 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Number plates have incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))”.
BM55 ANJ Mileage History
- 05/12/201727,321 mi
- 06/06/201827,944 mi+623 mi
- 18/05/201936,049 mi+8,105 mi
- 21/05/202042,454 mi+6,405 mi
- 23/06/202147,994 mi+5,540 mi
- 08/06/202252,796 mi+4,802 mi
- 14/06/202354,805 mi+2,009 mi
- 18/06/202459,644 mi+4,839 mi
- 03/07/202563,964 mi+4,320 mi
- 03/07/202563,964 mi
- 29/06/202671,431 mi+7,467 mi
Average of roughly 5,150 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M5
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: BMW M5
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat Stress(Serious)
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
- Coolant / Turbo Cooling Leaks(Moderate)
Turbocharged M5s can develop coolant leaks around expansion tanks, turbo cooling lines, and front heat exchangers. Repeated low-coolant warnings are common on neglected cars.
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- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat StressSerious
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
- Coolant / Turbo Cooling LeaksModerate
Turbocharged M5s can develop coolant leaks around expansion tanks, turbo cooling lines, and front heat exchangers. Repeated low-coolant warnings are common on neglected cars.
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