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M5 TCX

2005 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,429 mi
Last recorded105,429 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 TCX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2020 105,429 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 105,403 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2018 104,830 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 102,316 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 102,314 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 May 2015 87,840 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil leak

near side rear seat belt not checked due to baby seat

Pass 13 Jun 2014 83,984 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 75,926 miles

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

diff input oil seal leaking excessively

Fail 25 Jul 2013 75,921 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

diff input oil seal leaking excessively

Pass 6 Aug 2012 60,710 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 60,700 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 58,077 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2009 46,595 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 30,703 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 26,851 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 TCX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TCX, 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 TCX registered?

M5 TCX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is M5 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 TCX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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