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HG06 AHX

2006 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

181,271 mi
Last recorded181,271 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 AHX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 181,271 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 161,754 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 142,039 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 134,497 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 131,573 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 124,442 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 119,126 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 114,635 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 112,184 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 112,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 107,835 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 99,337 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 99,217 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 28 Jun 2014 90,401 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 79,214 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

front brake pads worn approx 50%

Fail 5 Apr 2013 79,214 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake discs slightly worn

front brake pads worn approx 50%

Pass 10 Mar 2012 68,147 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 58,575 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 54,227 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 54,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 53,052 miles

tyre pressure warning light on dash

Pass 17 Mar 2009 39,196 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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HG06 AHX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HG06 AHX, 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.

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What year was HG06 AHX registered?

HG06 AHX is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is HG06 AHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG06 AHX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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