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HK56 BWF

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

266,000 mi
Last recorded266,000 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK56 BWF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 266,000 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 266,000 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 266,000 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 240,496 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 220,765 miles

Advise brake pad warning light on

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

Fail 30 Dec 2014 220,765 miles

Advise brake pad warning light on

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 202,639 miles

both front tyres are worn on the inner edges

Pass 7 Dec 2012 178,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Dec 2012 178,650 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2011 154,370 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 154,370 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 135,134 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 135,134 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 116,272 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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HK56 BWF is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK56 BWF, 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 HK56 BWF registered?

HK56 BWF is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is HK56 BWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK56 BWF shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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