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M5 TWV

2005 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

158,225 mi
Last recorded158,225 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 TWV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 158,225 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 157,103 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 157,103 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 155,576 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 113,003 miles

UNDER RTEY FITTED

Pass 19 Jun 2019 105,723 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 96,841 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 89,162 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 85,775 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear hub bushes slight play

Pass 28 May 2015 80,588 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 75,582 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 67,726 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 57,679 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 46,357 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 30,838 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 22,271 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn below 1.6mm in centre of tread design,where there are no wear bars.

Pass 29 Apr 2008 14,167 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 11,638 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 11,626 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 TWV is a 2005 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 TWV, 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 TWV registered?

M5 TWV is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is M5 TWV safe to buy?

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