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BN56 OXE

2006 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

126,569 mi
Last recorded126,569 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 OXE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 126,569 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 126,569 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 126,563 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 126,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 118,215 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 109,162 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 91,076 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 74,042 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 70,904 miles

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

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

parking brake travel requires attention.

Fail 2 Oct 2015 70,904 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

parking brake travel requires attention.

Pass 1 Oct 2014 62,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2013 53,258 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 45,738 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 38,248 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 29,970 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 22,249 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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BN56 OXE is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BN56 OXE, 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 BN56 OXE?

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What year was BN56 OXE registered?

BN56 OXE is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is BN56 OXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 OXE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN56 OXE have outstanding finance?

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