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SO55 DVM

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,211 mi
Last recorded60,211 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 DVM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 60,211 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 60,197 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s/f tyre low/worn on inner/outer edges

o/s/f tyre low/worn on inner/outer edges

rear tyres on 2.5/3mm

Pass 26 Jul 2018 58,682 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 56,134 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

creaking from front suspension

Pass 24 May 2016 52,721 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 49,722 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 49,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 47,998 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 42,259 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 37,929 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 31,002 miles

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)

Pass 4 May 2010 26,100 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

aims on limits

covers under car unable to check components properley

oil leak

windscreen has a slight stone chip in it

Pass 27 Dec 2008 19,314 miles

both rear tyres just on limit

rear discs worn slightly

rear pads wearing thin

slight judder at front brakes

unable to check under vehicle properley due to plastic coverings

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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SO55 DVM is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SO55 DVM, 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 SO55 DVM registered?

SO55 DVM is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is SO55 DVM safe to buy?

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