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RA05 FXB

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,013 mi
Last recorded109,013 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 FXB
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 109,013 miles

Engine Tray & Under shield Fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2016 105,853 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2015 94,215 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 86,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Oct 2014 86,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2013 79,504 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)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 75,390 miles

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

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

both front tyres have side walls repaired

Pass 16 Jun 2011 63,381 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 55,173 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 47,120 miles

Rear brake pads getting low.

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 37,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 35,895 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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RA05 FXB is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RA05 FXB, 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 RA05 FXB registered?

RA05 FXB is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is RA05 FXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 FXB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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