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W6 SLW

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,182 mi
Last recorded85,182 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW6 SLW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 85,182 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 83,457 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 83,457 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))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 82,838 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 82,752 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 82,542 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 82,199 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 81,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 80,783 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 78,803 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 77,685 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 75,425 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 66,201 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 64,906 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 61,274 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 52,739 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2011 52,739 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 46,507 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2009 35,691 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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W6 SLW is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 W6 SLW, 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 W6 SLW registered?

W6 SLW is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is W6 SLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W6 SLW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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