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KO06 FXE

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

120,555 mi
Last recorded120,555 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO06 FXE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 120,555 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

under shield does not allow full inspection

Fail 11 Nov 2015 120,511 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

under shield does not allow full inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2014 180,480 miles

DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE REAR QUARTER PANEL BUT NOT RESULTING IN ANY SHARP EDGES AT TIME OF TEST

OFFSIDE REAR REFLECTOR JUST SECURED AT TIME OF TEST

Rear bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 159,840 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2012 113,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

HEADLAMP AIM CORRECT AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 29 Jun 2012 131,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2011 110,672 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 110,672 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 101,584 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 79,737 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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KO06 FXE is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KO06 FXE, 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 KO06 FXE registered?

KO06 FXE is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is KO06 FXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO06 FXE shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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