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EF06 ZKG

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,436 mi
Last recorded142,436 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 ZKG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2020 142,436 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 29 Mar 2019 137,991 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 13 Nov 2017 130,042 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 120,912 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 111,285 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 105,344 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2013 98,725 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 84,751 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 84,751 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 69,172 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 55,512 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 42,015 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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EF06 ZKG is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EF06 ZKG, 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.

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What year was EF06 ZKG registered?

EF06 ZKG is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is EF06 ZKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF06 ZKG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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