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V177 UBW

2004 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,015 mi
Last recorded115,015 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW M599,375 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV177 UBW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 115,015 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2017 112,808 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2017 112,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2017 112,786 miles

Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement front (3.5.1k)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim too low n/s/f (1.8)

Headlamp aim too low o/s/f (1.8)

brake caliper has restricted free movement o/s/f (3.5.1k)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 67,872 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 106,692 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side of disc corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 103,893 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 100,584 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2012 60,363 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 58,171 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 89,795 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 89,795 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 86,601 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 82,450 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 77,780 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 74,363 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 70,833 miles

front and rear discs corroded on inside edges

front number plate cracked

front to rear fuel breather pipe corroding

n/s/f tyre 1mm on outer edge

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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V177 UBW is a 2004 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 99,375 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 V177 UBW, 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 22 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 V177 UBW registered?

V177 UBW is a 2004 BMW M5, first registered on 14 April 2004.

Is V177 UBW safe to buy?

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