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DY56 CGZ

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

216,498 mi
Last recorded216,498 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 CGZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 216,498 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 212,410 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2019
Pass 28 Dec 2017 192,279 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 177,904 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 162,583 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN ON INNER FACE

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Dec 2015 162,583 miles

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

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

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN ON INNER FACE

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 146,384 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wiper marks on windscreen on n/s

Pass 22 Nov 2013 141,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wiper marks on windscreen ( nearside )

Pass 27 Nov 2012 117,222 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 97,994 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 64,551 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 50,257 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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DY56 CGZ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DY56 CGZ, 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 DY56 CGZ registered?

DY56 CGZ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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