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YR55 FNS

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

76,066 mi
Last recorded76,066 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 FNS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 76,066 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 74,637 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 72,630 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 69,994 miles

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

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 2 Feb 2022 67,202 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))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 66,212 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 64,817 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 61,268 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 60,315 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 59,945 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 58,531 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 56,499 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Low ton horn inop, but high tone ok

Pass 7 Sep 2013 55,266 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 53,397 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 50,753 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 45,637 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 6 Aug 2009 42,593 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 32,242 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 32,242 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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YR55 FNS is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YR55 FNS, 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 YR55 FNS?

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What year was YR55 FNS registered?

YR55 FNS is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is YR55 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR55 FNS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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