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DE06 ELS

2006 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

105,566 mi
Last recorded105,566 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE06 ELS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 105,566 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 103,719 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 97,924 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 92,425 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 89,265 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 85,376 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 81,804 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 78,833 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 78,421 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 78,030 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 18 Dec 2015 73,713 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 11 Dec 2015 73,643 miles

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 3 Dec 2014 68,054 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 61,799 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2012 53,226 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 47,743 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 42,947 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 41,289 miles

front tyres 2-4mm

rear tyres worn on edge and 4mm

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DE06 ELS is a 2006 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 DE06 ELS, 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 DE06 ELS registered?

DE06 ELS is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 13 June 2006.

Is DE06 ELS safe to buy?

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