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GV06 BCE

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,393 mi
Last recorded89,393 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV06 BCE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 89,393 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 82,657 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 76,201 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 71,746 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 62,036 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 62,034 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 58,635 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 55,901 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 51,646 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 48,728 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 48,728 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,259 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 31,783 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 31,783 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 20,645 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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GV06 BCE is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,365 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 GV06 BCE, 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 20 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV06 BCE registered?

GV06 BCE is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is GV06 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV06 BCE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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