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DF56 LUD

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

235,050 mi
Last recorded235,050 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF56 LUD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 235,050 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 222,192 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 222,192 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 211,376 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 198,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2018 178,978 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 164,976 miles

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

Sill Covers and Undertrays fitted

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 3 Mar 2016 140,840 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 120,728 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 99,278 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 81,214 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low

rear brake pads very low

Pass 17 Jan 2012 68,522 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 53,599 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 53,599 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 53,594 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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DF56 LUD is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey 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 DF56 LUD, 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

How do I check the history of DF56 LUD?

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What year was DF56 LUD registered?

DF56 LUD is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is DF56 LUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF56 LUD 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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