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M5 VCU

2005 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,929 mi
Last recorded89,929 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2026 89,929 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 89,919 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 89,761 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 89,624 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 89,246 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 88,869 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 88,241 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 86,752 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 84,276 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 83,654 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 81,520 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 79,588 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 78,387 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 71,613 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 69,513 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 64,635 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 57,962 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 50,749 miles

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 VCU is a 2005 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VCU, 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

How do I check the history of M5 VCU?

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What year was M5 VCU registered?

M5 VCU is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is M5 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 VCU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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