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JH05 RAS

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,238 mi
Last recorded76,238 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJH05 RAS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 76,238 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 75,195 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 72,586 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 71,287 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 69,345 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 61,561 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 56,337 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2018 52,450 miles

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 1 Dec 2017 48,644 miles

Both front tyres are worn on edges

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Diff leaking

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,329 miles

Both rear tyre are low of tread 2mm

Diff leaking oil

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 7 Aug 2015 38,582 miles

Diff wet with oil

Engine covers preventing full under bonnet inspection

Under trays preventing full underside inspection

Pass 4 Nov 2014 36,115 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 35,215 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 31,273 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 25,637 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 21,724 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 21 Sep 2009 17,217 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 17,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside and offside rear tyres worn close to limit 2mm advise

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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JH05 RAS is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 JH05 RAS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JH05 RAS registered?

JH05 RAS is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is JH05 RAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for JH05 RAS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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