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M5 WDO

2005 BMW M5

Bronze Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,877 mi
Last recorded84,877 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 WDO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,877 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

eml on

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 77,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres worn.

Pass 25 Jul 2014 72,962 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 70,236 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 59,419 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 57,848 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear brake discs corroded. (advise replace)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 57,848 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear brake discs corroded. (advise replace)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 52,943 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 44,330 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 29,682 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 29,256 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 WDO is a 2005 BMW M5 in Bronze with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WDO, 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.

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What year was M5 WDO registered?

M5 WDO is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is M5 WDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 WDO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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