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WU56 MXH

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,759 mi
Last recorded70,759 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 MXH
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 70,759 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 69,431 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear rear diff leaking

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2023 66,842 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 65,164 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 65,164 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 63,741 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 62,589 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 62,561 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 62,440 miles

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 17 Nov 2017 61,851 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 60,518 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 59,325 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 55,765 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 52,512 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 49,089 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 46,077 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 38,252 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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WU56 MXH is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WU56 MXH, 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 WU56 MXH registered?

WU56 MXH is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is WU56 MXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU56 MXH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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