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CA05 HWX

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,981 mi
Last recorded126,981 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 HWX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 126,981 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 123,060 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear number plate cracked

Pass 6 Jun 2014 112,365 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 110,128 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 100,693 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs have slight pitting

Fail 30 May 2012 100,692 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs have slight pitting

Pass 20 Jun 2011 83,429 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 76,199 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 76,196 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 67,823 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 55,328 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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CA05 HWX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA05 HWX, 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.

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What year was CA05 HWX registered?

CA05 HWX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is CA05 HWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 HWX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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