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TEZ 8201

2006 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

110,936 mi
Last recorded110,936 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEZ 8201
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 110,936 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 110,928 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 110,865 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 110,865 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 110,638 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 110,638 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 110,396 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 110,275 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 109,861 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 100,784 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 93,155 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 81,371 miles

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

Nearside offside rear child seats

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 81,371 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre nail

Nearside offside rear child seats

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 74,713 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 72,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

full inspection of brake pipes not possible all brake pipes greased

Pass 16 Aug 2013 69,486 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 60,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Apr 2012 58,864 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 58,864 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 46,620 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 36,217 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 30,839 miles

Nearside rear tyre centre of tyre pattern worn away, tread still within legal requirements.

Offside front tyre worn on edges.

Fail 24 Aug 2009 30,839 miles

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

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

Nearside rear tyre centre of tyre pattern worn away, tread still within legal requirements.

Offside front tyre worn on edges.

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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TEZ 8201 is a 2006 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 TEZ 8201, 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 TEZ 8201 registered?

TEZ 8201 is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is TEZ 8201 safe to buy?

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