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M5 XFX

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,504 mi
Last recorded81,504 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 81,504 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 80,992 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 72,766 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 69,537 miles

Offside Rear tyreinner edge worn rest of tyre on limit 1.6

Pass 22 Sep 2016 67,161 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2016 67,158 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 63,266 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 60,529 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 58,112 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 49,074 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,840 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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 XFX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XFX, 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 XFX?

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What year was M5 XFX registered?

M5 XFX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is M5 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 XFX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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