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YM06 FLV

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,513 mi
Last recorded79,513 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM06 FLV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 79,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2015 77,112 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 74,729 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 65,409 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 65,409 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 54,885 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 50,718 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 50,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre has cut to outer wall

Pass 4 Mar 2011 35,780 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 20,830 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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YM06 FLV is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YM06 FLV, 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 YM06 FLV registered?

YM06 FLV is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 5 August 2006.

Is YM06 FLV safe to buy?

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