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GU51 UFO

2005 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,699 mi
Last recorded43,699 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 UFO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 43,699 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 43,691 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 43,677 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 43,616 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 43,567 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 42,709 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 41,832 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 41,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2015 39,168 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 37,404 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 33,915 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 31,911 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 30,685 miles

Small cut in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2010 26,268 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 15,221 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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GU51 UFO is a 2005 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GU51 UFO, 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 GU51 UFO registered?

GU51 UFO is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is GU51 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 UFO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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