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FH55 AXR

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

175,019 mi
Last recorded175,019 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 AXR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 175,019 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play TIE BAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play TIE BAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 153,900 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 136,723 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 128,854 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 128,854 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 116,875 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 103,455 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 103,451 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 95,520 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 87,406 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 80,817 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 74,292 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 65,645 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2011 57,390 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 52,056 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,079 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 42,079 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 35,820 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 35,819 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FH55 AXR is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 FH55 AXR, 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 FH55 AXR registered?

FH55 AXR is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is FH55 AXR safe to buy?

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