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R44 DUR

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,227 mi
Last recorded99,227 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR44 DUR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 99,227 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 99,164 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 94,511 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 91,548 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 87,135 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 86,134 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 84,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak from rear axle (diff)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 76,094 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 74,245 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 70,008 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2011 63,363 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 56,937 miles

offside rear tyrer has cut down into cord (cord showing) cut within 25 mm in length (cut is 18mm in length)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 47,555 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 34,138 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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R44 DUR is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R44 DUR, 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 R44 DUR registered?

R44 DUR is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is R44 DUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R44 DUR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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