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BT06 TZD

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

152,997 mi
Last recorded152,997 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 TZD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 152,997 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 148,310 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 146,834 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 144,106 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

TPM warning light on

Pass 6 Oct 2017 131,942 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 116,907 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 108,350 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 98,715 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 98,715 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 89,136 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 75,761 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Sep 2012 75,761 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Sep 2011 61,455 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 47,750 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 22 Jul 2009 26,260 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)

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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BT06 TZD is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT06 TZD, 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 BT06 TZD registered?

BT06 TZD is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is BT06 TZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT06 TZD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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