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EF56 HHJ

2006 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,383 mi
Last recorded16,383 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2009
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 HHJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2009 16,383 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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EF56 HHJ is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 EF56 HHJ, 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 EF56 HHJ?

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What year was EF56 HHJ registered?

EF56 HHJ is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is EF56 HHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 HHJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF56 HHJ have outstanding finance?

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