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FM06 OHV

2006 BMW 5 Series

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

243,009 mi
Last recorded243,009 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 OHV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 243,009 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 230,413 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 218,838 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 194,374 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))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 179,121 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 161,300 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 161,300 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)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 136,336 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 114,438 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 93,888 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 79,025 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 71,240 miles

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

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 24 Jun 2011 58,390 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 46,651 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 34,998 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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FM06 OHV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FM06 OHV, 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 FM06 OHV registered?

FM06 OHV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 July 2006.

Is FM06 OHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 OHV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM06 OHV have outstanding finance?

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