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BX56 FHU

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

200,365 mi
Last recorded200,365 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 FHU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 200,365 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 200,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2015 199,500 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 194,076 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 194,076 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 175,964 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 157,828 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 141,354 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 136,321 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 136,321 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 108,881 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 104,735 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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BX56 FHU is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX56 FHU, 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 BX56 FHU?

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What year was BX56 FHU registered?

BX56 FHU is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is BX56 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX56 FHU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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