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BD06 FXK

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

180,221 mi
Last recorded180,221 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 FXK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 180,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 173,812 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 164,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 155,527 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 148,380 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 148,370 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 137,032 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 127,743 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 127,742 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2017 121,670 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 114,188 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2015 105,567 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 97,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 87,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 11 May 2012 72,412 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 53,472 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 39,798 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 29,413 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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BD06 FXK is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BD06 FXK, 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 BD06 FXK registered?

BD06 FXK is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is BD06 FXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD06 FXK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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