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EK56 FME

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

112,195 mi
Last recorded112,195 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 FME
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 112,195 miles

All suspension components cover with underseal

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 112,189 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

All suspension components cover with underseal

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 111,889 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2023 111,847 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 111,665 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 111,665 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2021 108,000 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 107,999 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure warning light on indicating a fault

Pass 2 Jun 2020 103,911 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both fronts (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both rears (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 97,123 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 88,983 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Off side and near side (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 73,222 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen cracked and not materially affecting the drivers view.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Jan 2018 73,217 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Two pipes front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen cracked and not materially affecting the drivers view.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 67,075 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 63,410 miles

vehicle undertrays fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 19 May 2015 60,124 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2014 55,151 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 55,151 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 50,019 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 44,432 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 39,455 miles

both front tyre sidewalls damaged.

Pass 7 May 2010 32,851 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2010 32,851 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 FME is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FME, 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 EK56 FME?

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What year was EK56 FME registered?

EK56 FME is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is EK56 FME safe to buy?

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