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R2 CPL

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,747 mi
Last recorded33,747 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 CPL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,747 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 1 Jun 2023 33,747 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Jan 2022 32,884 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 31,329 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 30,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 30,456 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 28,059 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 25,504 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 24,716 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 23,033 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 20,586 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2013 19,857 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 18,889 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 17,525 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 14,561 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 12,630 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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R2 CPL is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 R2 CPL, 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 R2 CPL registered?

R2 CPL is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is R2 CPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 CPL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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