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FX56 YRR

2006 BMW 520

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,157 mi
Last recorded96,157 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 YRR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 96,157 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 90,314 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015
Pass 9 Jul 2014 72,689 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 67,432 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 59,289 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 49,560 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 49,489 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 40,051 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 40,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 30,503 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 30,488 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 29,157 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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FX56 YRR is a 2006 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FX56 YRR, 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 FX56 YRR?

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What year was FX56 YRR registered?

FX56 YRR is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FX56 YRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX56 YRR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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