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SR05 DXD

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,661 mi
Last recorded102,661 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR05 DXD
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 102,661 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 97,991 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 92,492 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 92,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 91,341 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 87,425 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 83,348 miles

Nearside Rear corrosion appearing on brake disc

Offside Front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

Offside Rear corrosion appearing on brake disc

Pass 22 May 2015 78,574 miles

o/s/f tyre tread wearing low on inner edge not considered full depth tread from new

Pass 24 May 2014 73,938 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 73,190 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)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Sep 2011 69,751 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 65,920 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Pass 8 May 2009 52,548 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 37,845 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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SR05 DXD is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SR05 DXD, 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 SR05 DXD registered?

SR05 DXD is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is SR05 DXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR05 DXD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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