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M5 FXR

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,379 mi
Last recorded134,379 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 FXR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 134,379 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 131,342 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 127,406 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 11 Jan 2023 124,779 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))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 119,048 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 104,335 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 104,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 285/35/19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 285/35/19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 100,778 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))

Fail 9 Dec 2019 100,777 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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 20 Dec 2018 91,978 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 91,896 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing reciever missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 285/35 19 ()

Pass 5 Jan 2018 84,042 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 84,026 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 81,848 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 78,595 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 72,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2013 69,402 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 64,996 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 57,567 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 49,413 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 39,419 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 32,219 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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 FXR is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FXR, 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 FXR registered?

M5 FXR is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is M5 FXR safe to buy?

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