2006 BMW M5 5.0L Petrol · AM54 DUD
2006 BMW M5 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 92,300 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AM54 DUD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 92,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AM54 DUD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW M5 (AM54 DUD) between July 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AM54 DUD Mileage History
- 22/07/202288,928 mi
- 29/12/202390,403 mi+1,475 mi
- 28/03/202591,398 mi+995 mi
- 23/03/202692,300 mi+902 mi
- 23/03/202692,300 mi
Average of roughly 919 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M5
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: BMW M5
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rod Bearing Wear / Throttle Actuator Failure(Serious)
The V10 E60/E61 M5 is notorious for rod-bearing wear and failing throttle actuators. Both can turn a cheap-looking car into a huge engine bill.
- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat Stress(Serious)
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
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- Rod Bearing Wear / Throttle Actuator FailureSerious
The V10 E60/E61 M5 is notorious for rod-bearing wear and failing throttle actuators. Both can turn a cheap-looking car into a huge engine bill.
- SMG / DCT / Transmission Heat StressSerious
Fast M5s punish transmissions. E60 SMG hydraulic components, F10 DCT heat stress, and even later automatic driveline components all suffer if the car has been launched repeatedly.
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