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EK56 FFP

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,857 mi
Last recorded155,857 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 FFP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 155,857 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 155,857 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 140,794 miles

Nearside Rear Outer driveshaft coupling leaking grease

Pass 14 Sep 2015 127,251 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 113,694 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 96,610 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 85,577 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn uneven and have surface cracking

Fail 5 Sep 2012 85,577 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs worn

front pads low

front tyres worn uneven and have surface cracking

Pass 6 Sep 2011 71,313 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 58,665 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 58,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 40,372 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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EK56 FFP is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK56 FFP, 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 EK56 FFP registered?

EK56 FFP is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is EK56 FFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK56 FFP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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