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GV56 JYS

2006 BMW 520

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,473 mi
Last recorded122,473 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 JYS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2018 122,473 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 113,112 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 102,512 miles

engine undertray fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2015 97,878 miles

both sides effort lower than expected

Pass 26 Aug 2014 92,970 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 83,066 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 71,023 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 59,301 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 54,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

both front tyres wearing low on edges

o/s/f run flat tyre has been repaired

run flat warning showing in instrument display

Pass 16 Nov 2009 36,091 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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GV56 JYS is a 2006 BMW 520 in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV56 JYS, 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 GV56 JYS registered?

GV56 JYS is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is GV56 JYS safe to buy?

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