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RF05 EYS

2005 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,985 mi
Last recorded81,985 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 EYS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 81,985 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 81,517 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 76,548 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 70,740 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 66,586 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 63,544 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 63,544 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 58,478 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 54,667 miles

both front tyres worn on the inner edges of the tread and perished

Pass 12 Apr 2012 48,878 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 43,638 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 37,688 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 30,116 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 21,615 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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RF05 EYS is a 2005 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RF05 EYS, 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

How do I check the history of RF05 EYS?

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What year was RF05 EYS registered?

RF05 EYS is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is RF05 EYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 EYS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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