2006 BMW M5 5.0L Petrol · DC06 GYH
2006 BMW M5 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 03 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 63,037 miles. MOT expired on 04 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M5
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,037 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DC06 GYH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2025
- 63,037 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.
DC06 GYH 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 (DC06 GYH) between April 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
DC06 GYH Mileage History
- 28/04/202297,078 km
- 28/04/202297,079 km+1 km
- 05/05/202361,424 mi
- 19/04/202462,471 mi+1,047 mi
- 15/04/202563,037 mi+566 mi
Average of roughly -11,480 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Below Average
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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