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YR56 XFF

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,405 mi
Last recorded92,405 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 XFF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 92,405 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 90,543 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 89,725 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 89,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 88,562 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 88,561 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Brake pipe excessively damaged to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 82,910 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 78,866 miles

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

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

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)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 75,157 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 70,771 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 70,679 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2013 66,814 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)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 60,587 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 53,709 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 49,987 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 44,412 miles

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

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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YR56 XFF is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YR56 XFF, 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 YR56 XFF registered?

YR56 XFF is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is YR56 XFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR56 XFF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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