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EK06 EJF

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

250,999 mi
Last recorded250,999 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK06 EJF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 250,999 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 250,999 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 137,403 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 112,352 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 90,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 80,687 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 76,703 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 67,696 miles

emmisions too low for dga to read

front number plate damaged

rear brake pads worn

rear tyres worn

small stonechip in front screen

Pass 5 May 2009 52,633 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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EK06 EJF is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EK06 EJF, 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 EK06 EJF?

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What year was EK06 EJF registered?

EK06 EJF is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is EK06 EJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK06 EJF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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