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FP56 FFO

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,389 mi
Last recorded137,389 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 FFO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 137,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 129,853 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 125,084 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 125,053 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 119,566 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 116,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 113,943 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 109,677 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts.

Pass 7 Aug 2014 105,547 miles

Offside rear tyre has nail in it and also has cracks inbetween treads

Fail 5 Aug 2014 105,547 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Intermittently bulb failure warning light comes on for nearside rear lights,can not see why all lights are working correctly.

Offside rear tyre has nail in it and also has cracks inbetween treads

Pass 4 Aug 2013 101,801 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 92,112 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2011 89,456 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 85,014 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

offside front tyre worn smooth outer edge almost to cords

Pass 27 Oct 2009 61,470 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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FP56 FFO is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FP56 FFO, 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 FP56 FFO registered?

FP56 FFO is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is FP56 FFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 FFO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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