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SG56 HFD

2006 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,329 mi
Last recorded54,329 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 HFD
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 54,329 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 53,820 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 53,261 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 51,731 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2019 51,061 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2018 50,873 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2017 49,954 miles

Rear Oil leak ()

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

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2016 48,246 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 46,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre nail in tread/Michelin/285/35ZR19/99Y/

Fail 15 Jul 2015 46,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre nail in tread/Michelin/285/35ZR19/99Y/

Pass 15 Oct 2013 37,822 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 26,707 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 20,762 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 18,063 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 14,639 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 11,396 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

plastic panels covering underside of vehicle not allowing for full inspection

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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SG56 HFD is a 2006 BMW M5 in Silver 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 SG56 HFD, 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 SG56 HFD registered?

SG56 HFD is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SG56 HFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG56 HFD 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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