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M5 BAN

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,963 mi
Last recorded18,963 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 18,963 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 18,106 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 18,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 17,988 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 17,374 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 16,844 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 16,624 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 16,624 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 16,388 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 15,352 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 14,403 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 13,193 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 12,012 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 9,849 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,316 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 BAN is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M5 BAN, 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

How do I check the history of M5 BAN?

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What year was M5 BAN registered?

M5 BAN is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is M5 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 BAN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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