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YK56 NTX

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,328 mi
Last recorded82,328 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 NTX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 82,328 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 6 Sep 2016 78,432 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 31 Aug 2016 78,317 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Sep 2015 73,245 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 67,681 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 62,148 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 62,148 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 55,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 55,057 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 48,782 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 39,831 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Sep 2009 27,191 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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YK56 NTX is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YK56 NTX, 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 YK56 NTX registered?

YK56 NTX is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is YK56 NTX safe to buy?

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