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EK56 DNX

2006 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

176,799 mi
Last recorded176,799 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 DNX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 176,799 miles

condition of all rear suspension bushes

corrosion on brake pipes across rear axle to both flexi hoses

handbrake travel and performance

plastic under trays fitted to all of car

Pass 28 Aug 2013 151,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2013 151,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 128,676 miles

nearside and offside rear main steel brake pipes rusty advise

Pass 7 Sep 2011 105,971 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 105,971 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 85,837 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 85,837 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 65,556 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 65,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EK56 DNX is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK56 DNX, 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 EK56 DNX registered?

EK56 DNX is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is EK56 DNX safe to buy?

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