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MX55 UKF

2005 BMW M5

Black Diesel 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,735 mi
Last recorded166,735 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 UKF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 166,735 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 162,555 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 142,944 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)

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

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield missing from near side front

Fail 30 Sep 2015 142,937 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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)

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

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield missing from near side front

Pass 2 Oct 2014 141,319 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 138,098 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 120,308 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 102,925 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 89,781 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 89,781 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 73,515 miles

Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres have cuts in outter side wall.

Pass 4 Sep 2008 56,008 miles

Engine management light on, only just passed emission test req attention asap.

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

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

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

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

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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MX55 UKF is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 MX55 UKF, 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 MX55 UKF registered?

MX55 UKF is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is MX55 UKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX55 UKF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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