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HV06 YDB

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

164,551 mi
Last recorded164,551 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV06 YDB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 164,551 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 158,999 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2023 151,182 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023
Fail 17 Feb 2023 148,265 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2023 148,069 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 141,900 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 141,889 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 127,370 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 119,132 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 119,074 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 109,969 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 71,312 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 71,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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HV06 YDB is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey 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 HV06 YDB, 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 HV06 YDB?

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What year was HV06 YDB registered?

HV06 YDB is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is HV06 YDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV06 YDB 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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