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FX56 JZW

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,230 mi
Last recorded97,230 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 JZW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 97,230 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 91,994 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 11 Sep 2013 82,726 miles

brake pad warning light on

engine cover fitted at time of test

tyre pressure warnig light on

under trays fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Sep 2013 82,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

brake pad warning light on

engine cover fitted at time of test

tyre pressure warnig light on

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Apr 2013 70,768 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 60,513 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 42,926 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2011 42,468 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2009 28,007 miles

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

advise middle seat belt buckle stiff

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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FX56 JZW is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FX56 JZW, 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 FX56 JZW registered?

FX56 JZW is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is FX56 JZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX56 JZW shows 9 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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