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AO56 VBF

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

108,352 mi
Last recorded108,352 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 VBF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 108,352 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 105,244 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 100,439 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 98,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 93,910 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 89,754 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 87,531 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 84,742 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 78,670 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 75,386 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2016 69,290 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 61,942 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 54,969 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 47,683 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2012 42,055 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 36,326 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 30,803 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 24,090 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 23,610 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AO56 VBF is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AO56 VBF, 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 AO56 VBF registered?

AO56 VBF is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is AO56 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 VBF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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