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BG56 PKX

2006 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,016 mi
Last recorded159,016 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 PKX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 159,016 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2019 157,825 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2019 157,825 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 156,711 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 148,815 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 148,815 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 145,088 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 141,006 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 135,461 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2015 135,429 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 126,750 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 120,834 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 100,383 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 82,047 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Dec 2009 62,143 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BG56 PKX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG56 PKX, 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 BG56 PKX registered?

BG56 PKX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is BG56 PKX safe to buy?

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