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CA51 LCA

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

251,876 mi
Last recorded251,876 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 LCA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 251,876 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 247,005 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 233,867 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2022 227,839 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 217,193 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 217,193 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 213,375 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 210,200 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 203,802 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 190,923 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 174,023 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 164,350 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 164,350 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure tighten (2.4.G.3a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 147,565 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 126,846 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 113,389 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 102,592 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise rear brake discs worn advise front tyres worn on edges

Fail 18 Nov 2011 102,592 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise rear brake discs worn advise front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Nov 2010 83,250 miles

restricted view of underbody

Pass 3 Dec 2009 56,931 miles

advise manufacturers undertrays fitted.

Pass 16 Jul 2009 49,811 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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CA51 LCA is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CA51 LCA, 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 CA51 LCA registered?

CA51 LCA is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 26 June 2006.

Is CA51 LCA safe to buy?

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