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BK06 PZC

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,772 mi
Last recorded171,772 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 PZC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 171,772 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 169,173 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 167,180 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 161,612 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 161,609 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 243,284 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 243,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 213,287 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 213,287 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 109,067 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 100,146 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 90,969 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 82,137 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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BK06 PZC is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BK06 PZC, 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

How do I check the history of BK06 PZC?

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What year was BK06 PZC registered?

BK06 PZC is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 May 2006.

Is BK06 PZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK06 PZC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK06 PZC have outstanding finance?

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