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SB56 ZKY

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,238 mi
Last recorded71,238 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 ZKY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 71,238 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2017 71,232 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded At hose and beside fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded At hose and beside fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded At hose and beside fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 68,642 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 64,534 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 64,529 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 59,740 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 55,351 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 55,349 miles

Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 52,188 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 48,506 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 40,768 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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SB56 ZKY is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SB56 ZKY, 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 SB56 ZKY registered?

SB56 ZKY is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is SB56 ZKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB56 ZKY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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