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BJ06 ZYN

2006 BMW 5 Series

White Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

206,217 mi
Last recorded206,217 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 ZYN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 206,217 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 199,416 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 195,897 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 194,262 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2022 194,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/30/r19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/30/r19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/30/r19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 189,767 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2020 183,707 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 179,259 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread cut close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall buldged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 173,045 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 163,961 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 151,779 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 28 May 2015 132,726 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 119,458 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 114,661 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 106,711 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 106,711 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

aborted emissions test.

Pass 26 May 2011 92,648 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 92,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 May 2011 91,025 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2010 73,606 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 73,154 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2009 55,492 miles

front num plate starting to fade

slight smear from wipers

Pass 24 Sep 2008 41,692 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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BJ06 ZYN is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in White with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BJ06 ZYN, 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 BJ06 ZYN registered?

BJ06 ZYN is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 June 2006.

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