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M5 WXE

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,325 mi
Last recorded83,325 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 WXE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 83,325 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 78,038 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 68,618 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)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 63,107 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 63,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

n/s/r tyre has cut to side wall, unable to see cord at time of test, check when removed for damage

Pass 12 Nov 2011 53,406 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 48,895 miles

N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 43,269 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 34,874 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 34,853 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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 WXE is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WXE, 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 WXE registered?

M5 WXE is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is M5 WXE safe to buy?

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Does M5 WXE have outstanding finance?

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