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RK55 BZY

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

96,613 mi
Last recorded96,613 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 BZY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 96,613 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 95,164 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 92,698 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 91,215 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2022 91,211 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 90,048 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 88,746 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 84,259 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 81,625 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 80,425 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 77,672 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 73,141 miles

Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread

Pass 6 Nov 2014 69,947 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 65,160 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 62,101 miles

unable to check rear coil springs fully

Pass 22 Sep 2011 56,833 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 49,906 miles

both rear tyres on limit recomend replacement a.s.a.p

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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RK55 BZY is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RK55 BZY, 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 RK55 BZY registered?

RK55 BZY is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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