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X23 BSX

2005 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,846 mi
Last recorded87,846 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX23 BSX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2021 87,846 miles

All four discs corroded

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 85,768 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edges (both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2016 85,453 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 83,446 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 79,691 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 72,418 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 69,007 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 68,710 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 66,837 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 60,726 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 41,000 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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X23 BSX is a 2005 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 X23 BSX, 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.

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What year was X23 BSX registered?

X23 BSX is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is X23 BSX safe to buy?

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