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A12 WLJ

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,997 mi
Last recorded166,997 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 WLJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 166,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 155,383 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 143,710 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose starting to crack

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake hose starting to crack.

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Sep 2018 143,706 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose starting to crack

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake hose starting to crack.

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jul 2017 136,096 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 122,977 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 102,382 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 102,382 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 85,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 64,132 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 64,132 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 45,602 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 42,176 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 34,928 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 27,455 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 27,455 miles

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

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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A12 WLJ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 A12 WLJ, 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 A12 WLJ registered?

A12 WLJ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is A12 WLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 WLJ shows 16 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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