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M5 LBG

2005 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,180 mi
Last recorded23,180 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 LBG
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 23,180 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 23,180 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified evidence of tampering on both catalysts (8.2.1.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 23,000 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 22,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 22,205 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 21,085 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 20,370 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 20,320 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 285-35-19 (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 19,744 miles

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

all tyres are starting to crack and perish

Pass 21 Aug 2014 18,852 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2013 18,711 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2011 15,543 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,797 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,930 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 12,153 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 LBG is a 2005 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 LBG, 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 LBG registered?

M5 LBG is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is M5 LBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 LBG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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