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FT06 FYL

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

277,617 mi
Last recorded277,617 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT06 FYL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 277,617 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 277,617 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 266,519 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 254,944 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 254,944 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 241,274 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 241,274 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 232,358 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

under tray cover fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2016 213,354 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 213,354 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 186,550 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf,nsf and nsr tyres wearing on outer edges on leagal limit

Pass 1 Mar 2014 162,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 145,620 miles

all 4 tyres worn close to legal limits

Pass 14 Feb 2012 128,869 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 113,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 89,526 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 67,777 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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FT06 FYL 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 76.5%.

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 FT06 FYL, 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 FT06 FYL registered?

FT06 FYL is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 10 August 2006.

Is FT06 FYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT06 FYL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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