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ME55 SKA

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,921 mi
Last recorded124,921 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationME55 SKA
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 124,921 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 122,664 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 121,069 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 117,312 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2018 108,470 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 104,236 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 102,444 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 102,431 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 100,003 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 97,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2013 91,600 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 76,426 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 76,426 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,475 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 34,334 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 26,967 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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ME55 SKA is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue 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 ME55 SKA, 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 ME55 SKA registered?

ME55 SKA is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is ME55 SKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ME55 SKA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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