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RY55 BVX

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

124,308 mi
Last recorded124,308 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 BVX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 124,308 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 123,490 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 123,352 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 10 May 2018 122,907 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 119,021 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 119,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 118,445 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 110,704 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 167,730 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 91,978 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 84,258 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 83,388 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 67,608 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 51,387 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 51,386 miles

Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 38,272 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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RY55 BVX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RY55 BVX, 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 RY55 BVX registered?

RY55 BVX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is RY55 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 BVX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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