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V10 UMF

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

170,589 mi
Last recorded170,589 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 170,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 163,556 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 162,514 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 152,075 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 139,819 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 129,830 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 117,286 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 104,162 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 92,231 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 77,470 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 65,160 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 64,930 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/f tyre wearing from inside

Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,849 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 51,989 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 51,801 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)

Parking brake effort only just within citeria. Would recommend att.

Pass 11 Dec 2010 46,746 miles

Could not find dip stick

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2009 42,071 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 37,823 miles

engine management light on

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 UMF 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 88.9%.

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 UMF, 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 UMF registered?

V10 UMF is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 6 December 2005.

Is V10 UMF safe to buy?

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