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EF05 AYO

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

66,955 mi
Last recorded66,955 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 AYO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 66,955 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 64,138 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 59,988 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 54,716 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 48,329 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Sep 2018 48,329 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 40,470 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 38,869 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 37,505 miles

Under-tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2014 36,545 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 34,928 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2011 31,948 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 29,587 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS MORE THAN SLIGHTLY CORRODED/PITTED......REAR DISCS SLIGHTLY PITTED..

O/SIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING UNEVENLY OUTSIDE EDGES

Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 27,520 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 24,719 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 24,715 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)

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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EF05 AYO is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EF05 AYO, 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 EF05 AYO?

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What year was EF05 AYO registered?

EF05 AYO is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is EF05 AYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 AYO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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