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RX05 XWE

2005 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,901 mi
Last recorded56,901 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 XWE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 56,901 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 56,480 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit on edges

nearside rear tyre has small cut in tread

Pass 10 Oct 2016 54,772 miles

nearside rear tyre has small cut in tread

Pass 26 Sep 2015 51,715 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 48,562 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 46,353 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 42,891 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 39,440 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 36,859 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 29,113 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 29,098 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 21,015 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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RX05 XWE is a 2005 BMW M5 in Silver 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 RX05 XWE, 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 RX05 XWE registered?

RX05 XWE is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is RX05 XWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 XWE 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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