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BN06 YYR

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,039 mi
Last recorded77,039 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 YYR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 77,039 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 68,959 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 68,959 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 56,900 miles

front panel dented

rear brake pads appear low

Fail 1 Sep 2011 56,900 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

front panel dented

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 28 Jul 2010 53,456 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 41,171 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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BN06 YYR is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BN06 YYR, 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 BN06 YYR registered?

BN06 YYR is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 7 April 2006.

Is BN06 YYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 YYR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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