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FN56 TOJ

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,121 mi
Last recorded150,121 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN56 TOJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 150,121 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 138,131 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 134,049 miles

oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2016 123,445 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 113,804 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 99,858 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 99,848 miles

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 2 Nov 2012 87,234 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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FN56 TOJ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FN56 TOJ, 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 FN56 TOJ?

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What year was FN56 TOJ registered?

FN56 TOJ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is FN56 TOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN56 TOJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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