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AO56 KFV

2006 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

115,223 mi
Last recorded115,223 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 KFV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 115,223 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 115,086 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 112,167 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 112,165 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 104,982 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 99,877 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 91,921 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 81,097 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 69,791 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 59,904 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 49,291 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 41,706 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,477 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 22,835 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,232 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AO56 KFV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 108,709 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO56 KFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO56 KFV registered?

AO56 KFV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is AO56 KFV safe to buy?

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