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KC05 UOK

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,569 mi
Last recorded59,569 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 UOK
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 59,569 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bag light on

front discs pitted

Fail 15 May 2012 59,562 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bag light on

front discs pitted

Pass 5 Jan 2011 106,070 miles

engine under tray fitted, front brake discs corroded slightly

rear brake discs corroded slightly, n/s/r tyre tread wearing low in centre

Pass 1 Feb 2010 95,594 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 58,203 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 58,203 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 30,708 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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KC05 UOK is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KC05 UOK, 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 KC05 UOK registered?

KC05 UOK is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is KC05 UOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC05 UOK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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