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SW05 OZU

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

91,198 mi
Last recorded91,198 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 OZU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 91,198 miles
Pass 27 May 2024 90,375 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 88,549 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 87,056 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 85,966 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 83,427 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 80,868 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 76,704 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Jul 2015 73,616 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 68,799 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 67,292 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 64,330 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 64,321 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 60,827 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 50,952 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 48,220 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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SW05 OZU 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 SW05 OZU, 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 SW05 OZU registered?

SW05 OZU is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is SW05 OZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 OZU 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.

Does SW05 OZU have outstanding finance?

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