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MT05 NCC

2005 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

128,664 mi
Last recorded128,664 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 NCC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 128,664 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 127,405 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 127,405 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 126,668 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 125,798 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 123,592 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 115,220 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 105,517 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 95,640 miles

Rear disks corroded

engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 21 Oct 2015 85,436 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2014 75,099 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 66,238 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 56,660 miles

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

front disks wearing low

Pass 20 Oct 2011 48,517 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 41,051 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 29 May 2009 29,794 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 24,544 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 21,288 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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MT05 NCC is a 2005 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MT05 NCC, 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 MT05 NCC registered?

MT05 NCC is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is MT05 NCC safe to buy?

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