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M500 CYU

2006 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,458 mi
Last recorded95,458 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 CYU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 95,458 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 84,611 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 82,631 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 79,594 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2014 79,586 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 63,028 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2013 63,026 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 48,352 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 41,359 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 40,166 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 38,902 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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M500 CYU is a 2006 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M500 CYU, 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 M500 CYU registered?

M500 CYU is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is M500 CYU safe to buy?

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