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ELV 15T

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

58,717 mi
Last recorded58,717 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELV 15T
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 58,717 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 76,028 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 53,362 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 53,362 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 52,544 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 52,544 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 13 Mar 2014 48,681 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 48,571 miles

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

both front tyres worn on the inside

front brake pads low

Pass 10 Sep 2012 38,506 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 34,472 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 34,472 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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ELV 15T 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 63.6%.

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 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 ELV 15T, 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 ELV 15T registered?

ELV 15T is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is ELV 15T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELV 15T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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