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AE05 XPL

2005 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,839 mi
Last recorded91,839 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XPL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 91,839 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 89,967 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 88,824 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 87,389 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 82,219 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 79,653 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 79,653 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2012 78,836 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 73,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 73,499 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 57,820 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jul 2009 49,562 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 43,685 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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AE05 XPL is a 2005 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 66,511 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 AE05 XPL, 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 21 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 XPL registered?

AE05 XPL is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is AE05 XPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XPL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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