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FD06 DZW

2006 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

136,817 mi
Last recorded136,817 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD06 DZW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 136,817 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material generally all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 125,309 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 124,407 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 110,875 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 110,852 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 95,555 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 85,509 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 76,942 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 66,869 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 56,184 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 46,387 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 35,439 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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FD06 DZW is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FD06 DZW, 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 FD06 DZW registered?

FD06 DZW is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 May 2006.

Is FD06 DZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD06 DZW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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