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BL55 ETJ

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

122,354 mi
Last recorded122,354 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 ETJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 122,354 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 111,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 107,413 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all brake discs corrodet (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 105,908 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 101,477 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 88,831 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 75,647 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 61,635 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 50,733 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 42,942 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 35,221 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 26,972 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 19,228 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 19,126 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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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BL55 ETJ is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BL55 ETJ, 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.

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What year was BL55 ETJ registered?

BL55 ETJ is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 January 2006.

Is BL55 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 ETJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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