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BX06 BHU

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,007 mi
Last recorded79,007 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2011
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX06 BHU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2011 79,007 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 165,275 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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BX06 BHU is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 BX06 BHU, 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 BX06 BHU?

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What year was BX06 BHU registered?

BX06 BHU is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is BX06 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX06 BHU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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