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YF55 YHP

2005 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

113,426 mi
Last recorded113,426 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 YHP
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 113,426 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 1 Jun 2023 105,617 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 100,894 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 94,604 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 89,668 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 84,036 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 81,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer weeping grease

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2016 73,953 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 65,810 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 64,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 56,609 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 45,876 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 45,435 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 41,425 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,505 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner and outer edges

The n/s/f tyre has a small cut on the bead protector

Fail 13 Dec 2010 38,504 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

the n/s/f tyre bead protector has a small cut

Pass 23 Jan 2010 30,573 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 19,552 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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YF55 YHP is a 2005 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YF55 YHP, 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 YF55 YHP registered?

YF55 YHP is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 6 December 2005.

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