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HY06 GTZ

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

157,184 mi
Last recorded157,184 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY06 GTZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 157,184 miles

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

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Apr 2017 136,411 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 129,980 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 111,129 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 96,118 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 96,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2012 81,575 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 68,352 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 68,352 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 54,481 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 54,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 40,873 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 40,774 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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HY06 GTZ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HY06 GTZ, 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 HY06 GTZ registered?

HY06 GTZ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is HY06 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY06 GTZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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