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L555 LDM

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,961 mi
Last recorded91,961 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL555 LDM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 91,961 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 86,127 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 73,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 66,124 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 57,876 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2011 40,159 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 31,855 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 16,760 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 16,760 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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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L555 LDM is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L555 LDM, 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 L555 LDM registered?

L555 LDM is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is L555 LDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L555 LDM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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