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M5 AUW

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,993 mi
Last recorded79,993 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 AUW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 79,993 miles

Both front tyres Uneven tread wear on edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall not showing cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2012 71,951 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 71,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 49,522 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 30,446 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 30,446 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 27,537 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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M5 AUW 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 M5 AUW, 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 M5 AUW registered?

M5 AUW is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is M5 AUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 AUW 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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