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79GD13

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

301,866 mi
Last recorded301,866 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration79GD13
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 301,866 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 289,905 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 289,896 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 276,785 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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79GD13 is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 113,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 79GD13, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 79GD13 registered?

79GD13 is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is 79GD13 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 79GD13 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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