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WG05 EJX

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,282 mi
Last recorded82,282 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 EJX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2026 82,282 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 81,783 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 81,319 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 80,527 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 79,557 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 77,515 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 76,185 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 74,771 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 72,016 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 69,522 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015
Pass 8 Nov 2014 67,397 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 65,601 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 29 Sep 2012 63,906 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 61,242 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 58,458 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 48,428 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 39,441 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 29,228 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)

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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WG05 EJX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WG05 EJX, 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 WG05 EJX registered?

WG05 EJX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is WG05 EJX safe to buy?

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