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V10 FAJ

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,710 mi
Last recorded56,710 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV10 FAJ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 56,710 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 53,609 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 52,578 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2021 51,918 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 43,460 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 38,706 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 33,118 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 33,117 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 27,415 miles

manufactures under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2016 23,245 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 17,058 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 12,387 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 11,451 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 10,609 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 10,507 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 10,219 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 26 May 2009 9,530 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 9,295 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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V10 FAJ is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 V10 FAJ, 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 V10 FAJ registered?

V10 FAJ is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is V10 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V10 FAJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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