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CN06 XHU

2006 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

275,535 mi
Last recorded275,535 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN06 XHU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 275,535 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 266,115 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 250,477 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake os (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 240,380 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 24,370 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 230,470 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 230,442 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 19 Jun 2014 215,176 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 215,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 197,027 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 178,158 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 162,384 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 142,236 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 123,135 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 119,369 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 98,410 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 84,585 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 84,573 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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CN06 XHU is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CN06 XHU, 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 CN06 XHU registered?

CN06 XHU is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is CN06 XHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN06 XHU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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