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ST56 LXU

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

75,576 mi
Last recorded75,576 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 LXU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 75,576 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 75,253 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 2 Aug 2023 74,518 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 74,074 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 74,074 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 73,979 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to show cracks

Offside Front tyre starting to show cracks

Fail 28 Feb 2019 73,979 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded offside (1.1.11 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2017 73,145 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 71,915 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 27 Feb 2015 68,495 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Dec 2013 65,436 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2012 68,108 miles

osf xenon headlamp washer inop

Fail 14 Nov 2012 68,108 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres inner tread shows blisters appearing

osf xenon headlamp washer inop

tyres 2mm tread rears

Pass 15 Sep 2011 53,982 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 52,092 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 36,806 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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ST56 LXU is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ST56 LXU, 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

How do I check the history of ST56 LXU?

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What year was ST56 LXU registered?

ST56 LXU is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is ST56 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 LXU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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