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KJ06 GZO

2006 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

357,579 mi
Last recorded357,579 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ06 GZO
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2022 357,579 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 341,498 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 341,417 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 334,294 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 332,472 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 330,428 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 329,809 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 328,441 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 326,761 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 324,150 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 322,160 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 320,788 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 317,761 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 307,033 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 294,183 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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KJ06 GZO is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 KJ06 GZO, 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 KJ06 GZO registered?

KJ06 GZO is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is KJ06 GZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ06 GZO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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