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M5 ETU

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,724 mi
Last recorded98,724 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 98,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 92,998 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 92,994 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective Offside front levelling arm broken (1.7.2)

Headlamp aim too high N/S and O/S (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 89,570 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2016 83,522 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 27 Jan 2015 78,219 miles

Drivers airbag has additional badge fitted,which may cause injury in event of activation

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jan 2015 78,219 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Drivers airbag has additional badge fitted,which may cause injury in event of activation

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 73,405 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 68,897 miles

Both front tyres are worn severely on inner edges and worn on outer edges - Replace ASAP

Pass 13 Feb 2012 63,977 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 13 Feb 2012 63,977 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

Head lamp leveling inop

Pass 7 Mar 2011 59,121 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 54,163 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 53,836 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 May 2009 41,469 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 22 May 2008 24,523 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 ETU is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ETU, 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 M5 ETU registered?

M5 ETU is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is M5 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 ETU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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