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M5 XRL

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,176 mi
Last recorded99,176 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2014 99,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 99,176 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 94,018 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 84,469 miles

only checked suspension that able to get at

pressure tested brake pipes cannot be seen

Fail 24 May 2011 84,469 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

only checked suspension that able to get at

pressure tested brake pipes cannot be seen

Pass 12 May 2010 77,441 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 76,193 miles

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)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 68,665 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Underside covers fitted

cut in offside front outer tyre wall

Fail 9 Dec 2008 68,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Underside covers fitted

cut in offside front outer tyre wall

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 XRL is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XRL, 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 XRL registered?

M5 XRL is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is M5 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 XRL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M5 XRL have outstanding finance?

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