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BD56 VMP

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

149,219 mi
Last recorded149,219 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 VMP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 149,219 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 128,199 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 114,779 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 106,275 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2013 106,272 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2011 85,967 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 85,966 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 64,401 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 46,772 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 VMP is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VMP, 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 VMP registered?

BD56 VMP is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is BD56 VMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 VMP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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