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RF05 FYM

2005 BMW M5

Bronze Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,641 mi
Last recorded105,641 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 FYM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 105,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

aftermarket exhaust fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Feb 2017 100,989 miles

Aftermarket exhaust (louder than standard example)

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)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 97,934 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

handbrake travel high

vehicle presented with different wheels

Fail 27 Aug 2015 97,934 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

handbrake travel high

Pass 26 Aug 2014 84,957 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Aug 2014 84,957 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2014 83,314 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 77,380 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 70,615 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 60,258 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 60,245 miles

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

Nearside 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)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 51,038 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 49,802 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 33,219 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 FYM is a 2005 BMW M5 in Bronze with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RF05 FYM, 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 RF05 FYM registered?

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

Is RF05 FYM safe to buy?

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