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B7 TNA

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,318 mi
Last recorded135,318 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 TNA
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 135,318 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 133,482 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 131,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 129,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 127,054 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 124,621 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 122,404 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 120,630 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 116,078 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 112,570 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 98,293 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Mar 2016 98,115 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed VERY DANGEROUS ##### (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed VERY DANGEROUS (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 92,668 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 87,766 miles

Oil Leak

Pass 3 Apr 2013 74,352 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 57,467 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 45,687 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 40,217 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Apr 2010 40,043 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 34,238 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 34,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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B7 TNA is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B7 TNA, 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 B7 TNA registered?

B7 TNA is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is B7 TNA safe to buy?

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