CarVerify

Free Car Check

C5 DXC

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,616 mi
Last recorded111,616 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 DXC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 111,616 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 109,747 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 108,691 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 106,612 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 May 2022 100,913 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 97,227 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 94,652 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 90,707 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 86,549 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 82,827 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 78,202 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 74,578 miles

parking brake just passes at 16%

Pass 3 Apr 2014 69,620 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 64,720 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 57,583 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 53,098 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 19 May 2010 47,279 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 38,216 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 30,080 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
Full BMW M5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C5 DXC is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C5 DXC, 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

How do I check the history of C5 DXC?

You can check the full history of C5 DXC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C5 DXC registered?

C5 DXC is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is C5 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 DXC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C5 DXC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C5 DXC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.