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GP06 PYT

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,475 mi
Last recorded172,475 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 PYT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 172,475 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 161,885 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 161,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 145,277 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 145,275 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 142,242 miles

nearside front drop link boot slightly deteriorated

offside and nearside front brake pipes slightly corroded

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 21 Jan 2021 135,357 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))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 129,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 117,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 105,895 miles

both front brake discs corroded

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres on the legal limit

Pass 30 Jun 2016 89,813 miles

front brake discs poor condition

rear child seat fitted obstructing rear belt check

Fail 29 Jun 2016 89,792 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake discs poor condition

oil leak from transmission

rear child seat fitted obstructing rear belt check

Pass 23 Jul 2015 82,289 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 74,855 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 69,620 miles

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

heatshields on front exhaust loose and vibrating

n/s/r tyre getting low

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 25 Jul 2012 61,522 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 52,633 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 52,383 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 41,064 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 33,043 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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GP06 PYT is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP06 PYT, 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 GP06 PYT registered?

GP06 PYT is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is GP06 PYT safe to buy?

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