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FV55 RGX

2006 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,735 mi
Last recorded148,735 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 RGX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 148,735 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 141,696 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 141,696 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 136,135 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 131,424 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 118,487 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 118,469 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 102,182 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 102,173 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 77,521 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 57,325 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FV55 RGX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FV55 RGX, 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 FV55 RGX registered?

FV55 RGX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 February 2006.

Is FV55 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 RGX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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