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EY56 KWR

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,320 mi
Last recorded183,320 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY56 KWR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 183,320 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2017 183,320 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 167,251 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2016 167,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 158,697 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 152,129 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 9 Dec 2014 152,129 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 142,970 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 131,211 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 123,715 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 113,987 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 85,788 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)

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

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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EY56 KWR is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EY56 KWR, 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 EY56 KWR registered?

EY56 KWR is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is EY56 KWR safe to buy?

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