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V10 KAX

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,080 mi
Last recorded62,080 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2018 62,080 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 58,071 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm/ cuts to tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm/cuts to tread (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 56,453 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 56,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 53,619 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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)

engine light on

Pass 30 Jun 2014 52,958 miles

Fuel seal has slight deterioration but still forms a seal.

Fail 30 Jun 2014 52,958 miles

Fuel seal has slight deterioration but still forms a seal.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 51,466 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 48,238 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,825 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 35,381 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 32,753 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,861 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 29,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 KAX 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 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KAX, 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 KAX registered?

V10 KAX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is V10 KAX safe to buy?

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