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M5 XCY

1995 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

125,466 mi
Last recorded125,466 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW M5123,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 XCY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2026 125,466 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 124,052 miles

Nearside Inner sill corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2021 122,833 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside inner sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 122,452 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 116,155 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 113,565 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 110,140 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 100,225 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 89,698 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 82,565 miles

corrosion on nearside rear metal brake pipe

corrosion on nearside rear metal fuel pipe

corrosion on offside front metal brake pipe under wheel arch

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 6 Dec 2010 74,156 miles

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

corrosion on nearside rear metal fuel pipes

corrosion on offside and nearside rear metal brake pipes

nearside rear brake binding slightly

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Fail 6 Dec 2010 74,156 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

corrosion on nearside rear metal fuel pipes

corrosion on offside and nearside rear metal brake pipes

nearside rear brake binding slightly

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 9 Dec 2009 65,621 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 65,561 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 5 Jan 2009 55,937 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

plastic covers on bodysills prevent proper examination

some binding on nearside rear wheel

Fail 5 Jan 2009 55,937 miles

Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

plastic covers on bodysills prevent proper examination

some binding on nearside rear wheel

Pass 6 Dec 2007 48,797 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 38,750 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre rear seatbelt has been removed.

Pass 9 Dec 2006 38,750 miles

Centre rear seatbelt has been removed.

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 XCY is a 1995 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1995 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 123,768 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 XCY, 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 31 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 XCY registered?

M5 XCY is a 1995 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M5 XCY safe to buy?

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