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YR55 LJJ

2005 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

189,007 mi
Last recorded189,007 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW M566,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 189,007 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 173,958 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 159,045 miles

both rear disc edges corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2016 159,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

both rear disc edges corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2015 143,796 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 127,469 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 98,945 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 84,384 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2011 84,384 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 68,309 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 53,846 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 39,573 miles

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

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 LJJ is a 2005 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YR55 LJJ, 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 YR55 LJJ registered?

YR55 LJJ is a 2005 BMW M5, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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