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BY04 RNY

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,947 mi
Last recorded90,947 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBY04 RNY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 90,947 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 26 Jun 2013 80,158 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 68,989 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 60,749 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 41,781 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009
Fail 3 Dec 2009 37,708 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 33,521 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 31,893 miles

front number plate cracked

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 15 May 2008 21,665 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 9,716 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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BY04 RNY is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BY04 RNY, 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 BY04 RNY registered?

BY04 RNY is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BY04 RNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BY04 RNY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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