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M5 LYX

2005 BMW M5

White Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,888 mi
Last recorded87,888 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 LYX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 87,888 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 82,086 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 76,585 miles

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

rear diff leaking

Pass 11 Jun 2013 70,297 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 61,599 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 53,088 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge almost through to cords

Fail 5 Jan 2010 48,248 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

display shows puncture

Pass 5 Jan 2010 48,248 miles

display shows puncture

Pass 25 Oct 2008 27,075 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 27,024 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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 LYX is a 2005 BMW M5 in White with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LYX, 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 LYX registered?

M5 LYX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is M5 LYX safe to buy?

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