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EU56 WKX

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,686 mi
Last recorded165,686 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 WKX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 165,686 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2023 165,679 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 157,024 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 157,023 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 150,654 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 139,147 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2018 130,604 miles

Engine cover fitted

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 31 May 2018 130,601 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH FRONT UPPER (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play BOTH FRONT (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 May 2017 122,075 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 122,075 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint Front Suspension Arm (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jun 2016 113,276 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 105,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Apr 2014 98,951 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 91,904 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 78,267 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 66,395 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 54,846 miles

offside rear tyre low on tread

Pass 20 May 2009 40,130 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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EU56 WKX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EU56 WKX, 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 EU56 WKX?

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What year was EU56 WKX registered?

EU56 WKX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is EU56 WKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 WKX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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