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RX56 XAB

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,063 mi
Last recorded74,063 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 XAB
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 74,063 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 72,953 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 70,290 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 67,439 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 64,612 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 60,208 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 56,729 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 14 Sep 2013 48,733 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 40,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 31,278 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 32,178 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2010 23,237 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres have small cuts

Pass 8 Sep 2010 23,237 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres have small cuts

Pass 24 Sep 2009 13,604 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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RX56 XAB is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RX56 XAB, 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 RX56 XAB registered?

RX56 XAB is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is RX56 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 XAB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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