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YE05 XAS

2005 BMW M5

White Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,946 mi
Last recorded44,946 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE05 XAS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 44,946 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 44,900 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 44,620 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 44,596 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2018 45,608 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 44,491 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)

Fail 13 Feb 2016 44,491 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 9 Jan 2015 34,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 26,887 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 18,397 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 17,001 miles

hand brake travel slightly high.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 16,210 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 11,242 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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YE05 XAS is a 2005 BMW M5 in White with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YE05 XAS, 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 YE05 XAS registered?

YE05 XAS is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is YE05 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE05 XAS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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