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FM56 UFB

2006 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,235 mi
Last recorded182,235 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM56 UFB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 182,235 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 171,274 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 161,456 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 149,310 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 134,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Nov 2013 125,066 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 111,805 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2011 95,848 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 95,848 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 82,174 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 82,174 miles

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

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 1 Dec 2009 70,336 miles

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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FM56 UFB is a 2006 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FM56 UFB, 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 FM56 UFB registered?

FM56 UFB is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is FM56 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM56 UFB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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