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SP56 UFU

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

67,389 mi
Last recorded67,389 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 UFU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 67,389 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 67,170 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 66,940 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 65,467 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 64,180 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 61,589 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 59,003 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 55,720 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 51,933 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 49,342 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 43,044 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 36,197 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 35,031 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,903 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 32,891 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 31,893 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 29,569 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 22,895 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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SP56 UFU is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SP56 UFU, 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 SP56 UFU registered?

SP56 UFU is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SP56 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 UFU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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