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YA05 WRL

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,462 mi
Last recorded79,462 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 WRL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2013 79,462 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 78,793 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 78,793 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 71,874 miles

air bag light on

could not fully inspect under side of vehicle due to plastic covers

Pass 3 Jul 2009 70,933 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 55,229 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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YA05 WRL is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YA05 WRL, 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

How do I check the history of YA05 WRL?

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What year was YA05 WRL registered?

YA05 WRL is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is YA05 WRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA05 WRL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YA05 WRL have outstanding finance?

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