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EN56 KPV

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

156,248 mi
Last recorded156,248 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN56 KPV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 156,248 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 156,248 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 135,693 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 128,288 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 121,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 121,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 118,007 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

transmission fault

Pass 8 Feb 2019 115,076 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 BADLY CORRODED /PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER

TYRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON

Fail 8 Feb 2019 115,076 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 BADLY CORRODED /PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

TYRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ON

Pass 16 Jun 2016 107,514 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 95,040 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 84,214 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 77,640 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 77,622 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 63,344 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 56,367 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 47,382 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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EN56 KPV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EN56 KPV, 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 EN56 KPV registered?

EN56 KPV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is EN56 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN56 KPV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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