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AV06 FFX

2006 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,502 mi
Last recorded103,502 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 FFX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 103,502 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 101,536 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 92,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014 92,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 81,997 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 78,436 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 69,108 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 196,008 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 160,439 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 116,344 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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AV06 FFX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AV06 FFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV06 FFX registered?

AV06 FFX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 March 2006.

Is AV06 FFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 FFX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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