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V10 FCP

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,134 mi
Last recorded67,134 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 67,134 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 67,098 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 67,097 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 66,311 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 65,115 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 64,023 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 63,362 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2016 63,153 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 63,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

underside covered .

Pass 31 Jan 2013 58,030 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 52,837 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 49,011 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 2 Sep 2009 34,507 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 21,825 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 FCP 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 V10 FCP, 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 FCP registered?

V10 FCP is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 5 November 2005.

Is V10 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V10 FCP 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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