2005 BMW M5 5.0L Petrol · M555 TWR
2005 BMW M5 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 88,139 miles. MOT expired on 14 Jun 2019. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Jun 2019
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (13 Jul 2018)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,139 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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M555 TWR Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2018
- 88,139 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M555 TWR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW M5 (M555 TWR) between February 2008 and June 2018.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 June 2018 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
M555 TWR Mileage History
- 05/02/200810,047 mi
- 20/04/200913,450 mi+3,403 mi
- 23/04/201035,004 mi+21,554 mi
- 21/04/201142,138 mi+7,134 mi
- 20/04/201248,387 mi+6,249 mi
- 27/04/201355,276 mi+6,889 mi
- 27/04/201355,276 mi
- 18/04/201461,786 mi+6,510 mi
- 18/04/201461,786 mi
- 24/04/201569,098 mi+7,312 mi
- 23/04/201675,019 mi+5,921 mi
- 22/04/201781,260 mi+6,241 mi
- 15/06/201888,139 mi+6,879 mi
Average of roughly 7,540 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M5
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: BMW M5
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rod Bearing Wear / Throttle Actuator Failure(Serious)
The V10 E60/E61 M5 is notorious for rod-bearing wear and failing throttle actuators. Both can turn a cheap-looking car into a huge engine bill.
- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat Stress(Serious)
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
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- Rod Bearing Wear / Throttle Actuator FailureSerious
The V10 E60/E61 M5 is notorious for rod-bearing wear and failing throttle actuators. Both can turn a cheap-looking car into a huge engine bill.
- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat StressSerious
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
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