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FV06 ZKR

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

415,621 mi
Last recorded415,621 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 ZKR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 415,621 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 241,682 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both... (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

no emissions detected...vehicle tested to spec..

Pass 3 Aug 2022 227,945 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears rusting (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

no emissions detected...vehicle tested to spec

Fail 1 Aug 2022 227,944 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears rusting (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

no emissions detected...vehicle tested to spec

Pass 31 Jul 2021 215,636 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 202,533 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

manufacturers covers fitted./NO EMISSIONS DETECTED.

Pass 3 Jul 2019 191,441 miles

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

all brake pipes greased

Pass 5 Jul 2018 184,737 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged nearside and offside deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

parking brake travel

Pass 5 Jul 2017 178,512 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 170,786 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 170,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 163,776 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 154,078 miles

both front tyres close to wear indercators

both rear tyres worn uneven inside edge

brake pipes greased making inspection difficult

Pass 1 Jul 2013 144,023 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing close to tread wear markers

Pass 6 Jul 2012 131,858 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 121,564 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 121,021 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 108,869 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 96,801 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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FV06 ZKR is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FV06 ZKR, 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 FV06 ZKR registered?

FV06 ZKR is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2006.

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