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SK05 BXA

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,582 mi
Last recorded95,582 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 BXA
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 95,582 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 95,582 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 85,142 miles

Front windows excessively tinted

Nearside Front tyre has cut in side wall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

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 2.48mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.59mm (4.1.E.1)

parking brake only just meets requirement and would benefit from adjustment / service

Fail 2 Aug 2017 85,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front windows excessively tinted

Nearside Front tyre has cut in side wall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

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 2.48mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.76mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre has cut in side wall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.59mm (4.1.E.1)

parking brake only just meets requirement and would benefit from adjustment / service

Pass 8 Jun 2016 79,555 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 71,981 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 59,557 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 52,403 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 46,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2011 37,698 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 33,769 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 28,387 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 26,272 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 18,021 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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SK05 BXA is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black 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 SK05 BXA, 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 SK05 BXA registered?

SK05 BXA is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is SK05 BXA safe to buy?

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