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SJ55 SFE

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,205 mi
Last recorded134,205 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 SFE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 134,205 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 132,698 miles

under tray fitted at time of the test

Pass 6 Sep 2018 129,658 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 122,038 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 120,043 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 115,141 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 115,141 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 105,693 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 97,890 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 87,260 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 74,561 miles

bnoth front brake discs are worn and corroded

both rear brake discs are worn and corroded

Fail 9 Aug 2011 74,561 miles

Offside Outer Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

bnoth front brake discs are worn and corroded

both rear brake discs are worn and corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2010 63,722 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 53,197 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 40,847 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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SJ55 SFE is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SJ55 SFE, 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.

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What year was SJ55 SFE registered?

SJ55 SFE is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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