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BJ06 ZXE

2006 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

198,600 mi
Last recorded198,600 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 ZXE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 198,600 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 193,200 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 178,775 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 165,239 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 164,452 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 152,412 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 152,412 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 134,474 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 117,980 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 97,976 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 72,861 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 50,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 39,358 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre starting to perrish and has slight sidewall damage including a cut which doesnt expose cords at time of testing

Pass 18 May 2012 34,261 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 29,558 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 24,186 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 18,235 miles

front brakes showing 25% imbalance

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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BJ06 ZXE is a 2006 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BJ06 ZXE, 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 BJ06 ZXE registered?

BJ06 ZXE is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is BJ06 ZXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ06 ZXE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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