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HN56 CXP

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,683 mi
Last recorded121,683 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN56 CXP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 121,683 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 114,910 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 108,027 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 102,977 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 98,833 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Oct 2018 91,591 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Oct 2018 91,591 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Oct 2017 84,143 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Offside Rear Lower reflector missing but large reflector in lamp

Fail 21 Sep 2017 84,126 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking cross axle pipe (3.6.A.1)

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 78,725 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And worn bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And worn bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 73,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre badly perished and wearing bald on outer edge

Offside Front Tyre badly perished and wearing bald on outer edge

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 68,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres perished

Pass 5 Sep 2013 62,542 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 56,344 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 49,963 miles

Emissions limits were tested and met, but the dsm could not register the readings

Pass 1 Oct 2010 45,363 miles

emissions limits were tested and met but the dsm could not register the readings.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 32,867 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage wheel rims.

Fail 1 Oct 2009 32,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage wheel rims.

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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HN56 CXP is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HN56 CXP, 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 HN56 CXP registered?

HN56 CXP is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is HN56 CXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN56 CXP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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