2005 BMW M5 5.0L Petrol · M5 VUE
2005 BMW M5 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 13 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 79,355 miles. MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,355 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M5 VUE Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
- 79,355 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M5 VUE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW M5 (M5 VUE) between September 2008 and April 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
M5 VUE Mileage History
- 03/09/200818,431 mi
- 18/08/200922,060 mi+3,629 mi
- 24/08/201024,719 mi+2,659 mi
- 03/09/201126,894 mi+2,175 mi
- 31/08/201228,901 mi+2,007 mi
- 13/12/201336,574 mi+7,673 mi
- 13/12/201336,574 mi
- 09/12/201444,953 mi+8,379 mi
- 03/10/201552,922 mi+7,969 mi
- 12/09/201660,936 mi+8,014 mi
- 03/10/201765,036 mi+4,100 mi
- 07/11/201866,129 mi+1,093 mi
- 30/08/201967,904 mi+1,775 mi
- 03/09/202071,115 mi+3,211 mi
- 02/09/202174,368 mi+3,253 mi
- 30/08/202276,120 mi+1,752 mi
- 29/08/202377,511 mi+1,391 mi
- 09/08/202478,095 mi+584 mi
- 13/04/202679,355 mi+1,260 mi
Average of roughly 3,460 miles per year across 19 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: Good
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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