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LB06 ZFV

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

175,024 mi
Last recorded175,024 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB06 ZFV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 175,024 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 155,398 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 144,101 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 142,776 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 142,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 128,969 miles

both front brake disc's worn

Pass 18 Jul 2013 115,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jul 2013 115,729 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 105,653 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 96,684 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 80,533 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 80,533 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 57,552 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 57,552 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LB06 ZFV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LB06 ZFV, 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 LB06 ZFV registered?

LB06 ZFV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is LB06 ZFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB06 ZFV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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