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GL05 YUY

2005 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,112 mi
Last recorded67,112 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 YUY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2021 67,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 66,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 65,870 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 64,887 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 63,082 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 62,169 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 61,331 miles

Offside Front tyre is worn on the inner edge.

Pass 6 Mar 2014 59,080 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge.

Pass 28 May 2013 57,612 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 53,749 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 46,503 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 43,655 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 37,854 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 30,371 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 29,952 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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GL05 YUY is a 2005 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GL05 YUY, 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 GL05 YUY registered?

GL05 YUY is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is GL05 YUY safe to buy?

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