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KT05 RKN

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

45,202 mi
Last recorded45,202 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 RKN
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 45,202 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 45,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 45,199 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 44,816 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 44,735 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 44,048 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 42,970 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 41,651 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 41,602 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 40,059 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 36,275 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 31,728 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 30,098 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 27,004 miles

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 26 Mar 2012 23,731 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 20,734 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 18,047 miles

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)

Pass 15 Sep 2009

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 10,705 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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KT05 RKN is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KT05 RKN, 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 KT05 RKN registered?

KT05 RKN is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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