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BD06 XGP

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

218,012 mi
Last recorded218,012 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 XGP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 218,012 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 218,002 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 196,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 182,454 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2016 182,388 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 169,967 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 158,014 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 141,918 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 130,200 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 119,742 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 106,066 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 98,460 miles

LARGE UNDERTRAYS FITTED ON UNDERSIDE OF CHASSIS.

O/S/R TYRE 1.6mm ON INNER RDGE.

Pass 13 May 2009 82,263 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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BD06 XGP is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XGP, 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.

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What year was BD06 XGP registered?

BD06 XGP is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is BD06 XGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD06 XGP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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