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D12 TBO

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,259 mi
Last recorded105,259 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD12 TBO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2026 105,259 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 97,713 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 90,079 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 76,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 69,293 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 68,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 65,959 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 63,578 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 59,702 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 55,969 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 52,709 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 49,606 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 46,597 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 42,075 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 36,286 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 29,695 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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D12 TBO is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 D12 TBO, 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 D12 TBO registered?

D12 TBO is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is D12 TBO safe to buy?

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