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GV56 YJH

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,688 mi
Last recorded128,688 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 YJH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 128,688 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner & outer edge

Fail 18 Mar 2015 128,687 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner & outer edge

Pass 20 Mar 2014 116,755 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 100,717 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 88,995 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

slight damage front windscreen

Pass 18 Mar 2011 70,999 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2011 70,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 54,189 miles

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

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 YJH is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YJH, 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 YJH registered?

GV56 YJH is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is GV56 YJH safe to buy?

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