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M5 RFJ

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

152,944 mi
Last recorded152,944 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 152,944 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 152,198 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 138,140 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 131,721 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 119,938 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 111,764 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 107,437 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 18 Nov 2015 102,350 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 88,857 miles

offside and nearside front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 6 Sep 2013 81,330 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 68,541 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 55,997 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 43,625 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 39,006 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,498 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 28,330 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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 RFJ is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black 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 RFJ, 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 RFJ registered?

M5 RFJ is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is M5 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 RFJ 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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