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DIG 3983

2006 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

162,170 mi
Last recorded162,170 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 3983
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2026 162,170 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 144,729 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 127,656 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 115,992 miles

general corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2021 114,785 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 109,738 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 102,865 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 102,851 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2018 96,194 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 90,976 miles

Oil leak ()

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 80,836 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 73,773 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 56,597 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 43,952 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 43,901 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 36,097 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 26,732 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 18,512 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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DIG 3983 is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DIG 3983, 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 DIG 3983 registered?

DIG 3983 is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is DIG 3983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 3983 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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