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WK06 HRR

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,037 mi
Last recorded50,037 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK06 HRR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 50,037 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 49,850 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 49,217 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 49,096 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 48,570 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 48,190 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 47,734 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 47,587 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 46,695 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2013 46,695 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 42,182 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 37,549 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 37,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,234 miles

o/s/r n/s/f and o/s/f cut outer sidewall not showing cord

Pass 16 Oct 2009 27,807 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 27,807 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 18,826 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 18,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 17,819 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 14,961 miles

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

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

n/s and o/s front tyres woear uneven. (Inside edges worn.

Pass 9 Oct 2007 9,604 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,444 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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WK06 HRR is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WK06 HRR, 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 WK06 HRR registered?

WK06 HRR is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 14 August 2006.

Is WK06 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK06 HRR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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