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M5 YOA

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,951 mi
Last recorded94,951 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 94,951 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

little reserve travel on handbrake

Pass 25 May 2023 94,106 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes outer split but still has plenty of life and not effecting handling or ride quality (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2023 94,106 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes outer split but still has plenty of life and not effecting handling or ride quality (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 93,181 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 91,423 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 90,232 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 86,233 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 80,928 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 80,757 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 79,802 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

O/S/F brake disc corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2010 65,816 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 27 Nov 2009 59,351 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 36,944 miles

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 YOA is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YOA, 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 YOA registered?

M5 YOA is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is M5 YOA safe to buy?

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