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WJ56 EYM

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

91,358 mi
Last recorded91,358 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 EYM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 91,358 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 90,852 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 90,312 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 89,654 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 89,188 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 86,361 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))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 86,361 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2019 82,020 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 78,332 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 73,256 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 66,982 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 57,771 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 51,963 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 49,654 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 43,772 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 41,900 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 37,039 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 30,658 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,087 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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WJ56 EYM is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WJ56 EYM, 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 WJ56 EYM?

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What year was WJ56 EYM registered?

WJ56 EYM is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is WJ56 EYM safe to buy?

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