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M5 VUE

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

79,355 mi
Last recorded79,355 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 VUE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 79,355 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 78,095 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 77,511 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 76,120 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 74,368 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 71,115 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 67,904 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 66,129 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 65,036 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 60,936 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 52,922 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 44,953 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 36,574 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2013 36,574 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 28,901 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 26,894 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 24,719 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 22,060 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 18,431 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VUE is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue 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 VUE, 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 VUE?

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What year was M5 VUE registered?

M5 VUE is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is M5 VUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 VUE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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