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FM06 TYC

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,120 mi
Last recorded159,120 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 TYC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 159,120 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 152,441 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside & Offside ()

Pass 11 Jan 2024 152,166 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 151,848 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 149,142 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 142,307 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advise changing ()

Pass 2 Nov 2019 139,190 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 133,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 26 Sep 2017 126,226 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 118,590 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 113,015 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 105,123 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 92,661 miles

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

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 28 Jul 2012 82,639 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 69,865 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 57,388 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 41,664 miles

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)

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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FM06 TYC is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM06 TYC, 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 FM06 TYC?

You can check the full history of FM06 TYC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM06 TYC registered?

FM06 TYC is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is FM06 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 TYC shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM06 TYC have outstanding finance?

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