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WR56 HWB

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,901 mi
Last recorded48,901 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 HWB
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 48,901 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

NSr lower suspension arm inner front bush deteriorated

OSr lower suspension arm inner front bush deteriorated

Fail 28 Feb 2013 48,898 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

NSr lower suspension arm inner front bush deteriorated

OSr lower suspension arm inner front bush deteriorated

Fail 29 Jan 2013 48,874 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 36,515 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 30,436 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 29,846 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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WR56 HWB is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WR56 HWB, 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 WR56 HWB registered?

WR56 HWB is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is WR56 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR56 HWB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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