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BD06 XFS

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

173,021 mi
Last recorded173,021 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 XFS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 173,021 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 158,147 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 145,302 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 10 May 2019 145,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2019 144,606 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 137,058 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 130,553 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 119,640 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 108,235 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 108,235 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 100,729 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 91,988 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 91,854 miles

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

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 8 Aug 2011 83,168 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 73,016 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 54,605 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight 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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BD06 XFS 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 81.3%.

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 BD06 XFS, 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 BD06 XFS registered?

BD06 XFS is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is BD06 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD06 XFS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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