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FX06 VHH

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

194,028 mi
Last recorded194,028 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX06 VHH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 194,028 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre down to 2mm and inner edge worn

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

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Fail 6 Nov 2020 194,026 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front brake pipe ends slight corrosion

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

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre down to 2mm and inner edge worn

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

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Rear heat sheild loose but not likely to fall

Pass 8 Apr 2019 176,853 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 166,843 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 166,843 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 153,382 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 136,357 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 128,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre bald on edges

offside front tyre bald on edges

Pass 29 Aug 2012 115,308 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 106,437 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 85,604 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 67,279 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 66,374 miles

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

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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FX06 VHH is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX06 VHH, 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 FX06 VHH registered?

FX06 VHH is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is FX06 VHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX06 VHH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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