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BN06 XOX

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

109,420 mi
Last recorded109,420 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 XOX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 109,420 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 109,420 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 86,038 miles

under trail fitted covering some part of the structure

Pass 13 Mar 2015 85,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted covering part of vehicle structure

Pass 28 Apr 2014 77,868 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 76,467 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2012 65,950 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 61,814 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre has cracks on side walls

o/s/f tyre has cracks on side walls

Pass 19 Mar 2010 134,934 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 101,491 miles

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

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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BN06 XOX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN06 XOX, 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 BN06 XOX registered?

BN06 XOX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is BN06 XOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 XOX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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