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BD56 UYN

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,113 mi
Last recorded103,113 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 UYN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 103,113 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 94,329 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 94,273 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 84,684 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake just meet the minimum legal requirement, Just passed

Pass 25 Nov 2020 80,224 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement need further inspection (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 73,887 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 65,436 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Lower undertrays fitted

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top rear controller arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 65,436 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Lower undertrays fitted

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top rear controller arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 56,905 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 56,892 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 48,496 miles

engine covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2015 38,340 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Under body covers fitted.

Pass 11 Nov 2014 31,827 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 24,773 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 24,749 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 16,966 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 15,780 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 13,553 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 10,930 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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BD56 UYN is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BD56 UYN, 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 BD56 UYN registered?

BD56 UYN is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BD56 UYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 UYN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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