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DY56 CJZ

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

182,183 mi
Last recorded182,183 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 CJZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 182,183 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 182,183 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 177,917 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 163,256 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 149,688 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 139,538 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 122,027 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 113,086 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 104,369 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 94,101 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2011 79,325 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 79,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front and rear brake discs slightly worn.

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Nov 2010 61,447 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all discs worn

Pass 20 Nov 2010 61,447 miles

all discs worn

Pass 28 Nov 2009 44,827 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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DY56 CJZ is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DY56 CJZ, 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 DY56 CJZ registered?

DY56 CJZ is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is DY56 CJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 CJZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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