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RA55 DSX

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,409 mi
Last recorded69,409 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 DSX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 69,409 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 68,394 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 68,101 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 65,692 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 64,565 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 64,012 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 63,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 61,920 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 60,327 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 56,022 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 3 Aug 2016 55,849 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 49,739 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 48,202 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 48,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 48,182 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 46,751 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 42,158 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 32,563 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 27,352 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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RA55 DSX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RA55 DSX, 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 RA55 DSX registered?

RA55 DSX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is RA55 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 DSX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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