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CK06 UEB

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

201,060 mi
Last recorded201,060 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK06 UEB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 201,060 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose (front pipe)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 180,922 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 20 May 2013 164,942 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2012 146,010 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2011 128,276 miles

Tyre pressure warning light on

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 128,276 miles

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

Tyre pressure warning light on

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 106,089 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 106,089 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

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

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

Nearside rear brake disc worn

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

Offside rear brake disc worn

Pass 15 Jun 2009 85,233 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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CK06 UEB is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CK06 UEB, 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 CK06 UEB registered?

CK06 UEB is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is CK06 UEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK06 UEB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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