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BJ56 MXL

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,713 mi
Last recorded151,713 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 MXL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 151,713 miles

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

Under trays fitted

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All round (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 May 2017 142,002 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 11 May 2016 141,728 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Slight play at steering rack inner joints

Pass 20 Feb 2015 138,074 miles

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

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

both front tyres 2mm

both front tyres worn inner edge

n/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 12 Feb 2014 107,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Feb 2014 107,141 miles

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2013 97,953 miles

no emmissions could be recorded

Fail 21 Feb 2013 97,953 miles

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

no emmissions could be recorded

Pass 13 Feb 2012 91,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/F Tyre scrubbing inner and outer edges

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2011 84,681 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 84,323 miles

offside front tyre getting low on tread on outer edge

Fail 10 Nov 2010 83,654 miles

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

offside front tyre getting low on tread on outer edge

Pass 25 Nov 2009 68,975 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 68,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BJ56 MXL is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ56 MXL, 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 BJ56 MXL registered?

BJ56 MXL is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 27 November 2006.

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