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M5 YOV

2005 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,963 mi
Last recorded96,963 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 YOV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 96,963 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 94,442 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 87,899 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Unable to give thorough inspection of certain components due to presence of plastic covers.

Pass 1 Nov 2016 83,237 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)

under cover fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2015 78,979 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

under cover fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 75,503 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 73,408 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 71,147 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 65,250 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 59,460 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 59,460 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 51,110 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,185 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 41,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 33,893 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 33,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 YOV is a 2005 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YOV, 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.

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What year was M5 YOV registered?

M5 YOV is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is M5 YOV safe to buy?

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