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M5 UMG

2005 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,001 mi
Last recorded61,001 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 61,001 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 60,991 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From Flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From Flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 60,415 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 59,431 miles

Prevent further corrosion of brake pipes throughout

Pass 27 Jan 2017 57,702 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

battery slightly insecure

engine cover & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 Jan 2017 57,701 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

battery slightly insecure

engine cover & under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Feb 2016 54,491 miles

both rear tyres wear inner edges 285/35/19

engine cover & under tray fitted obscuring some components

warning lamp / message on

Pass 21 Apr 2015 50,657 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 47,097 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 37,094 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 33,060 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 25,404 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 17,528 miles

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 UMG is a 2005 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UMG, 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 UMG registered?

M5 UMG is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is M5 UMG safe to buy?

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