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BN56 PYL

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

239,744 mi
Last recorded239,744 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 PYL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 239,744 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 225,323 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 204,996 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 180,761 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 170,952 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 162,321 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2019 153,952 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Nov 2018 147,163 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 139,026 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 124,883 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 106,696 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2014 92,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre inner edge worn

o/s/r tyre 3mm and inside edge worn

Pass 4 Nov 2013 83,651 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 75,666 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 67,867 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 59,942 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 54,116 miles

Slight buckle N/S front wheel inner rim

Pass 12 Oct 2009 54,116 miles

Slight buckle inner rim N/S front wheel

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 PYL is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PYL, 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 BN56 PYL registered?

BN56 PYL is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is BN56 PYL safe to buy?

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