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HV56 VMM

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

116,646 mi
Last recorded116,646 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 VMM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 116,646 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 110,233 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 105,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 96,683 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 91,037 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 84,047 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)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 80,361 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2016 80,361 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 76,116 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 71,953 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 68,341 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre has cut in tread

o/s/r tyre waring on inner edge

Pass 27 Jul 2012 64,624 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 64,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 62,236 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 54,892 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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HV56 VMM is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HV56 VMM, 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 HV56 VMM registered?

HV56 VMM is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is HV56 VMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV56 VMM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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