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KC06 TKN

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,246 mi
Last recorded154,246 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC06 TKN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 154,246 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 143,770 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 131,693 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 120,494 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 120,435 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2013 100,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 100,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2011 77,288 miles

ENGINE AND FLOOR COVERS FITTED

Pass 25 May 2011 69,809 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 60,501 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 49,323 miles

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

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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KC06 TKN is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KC06 TKN, 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.

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What year was KC06 TKN registered?

KC06 TKN is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 6 June 2006.

Is KC06 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC06 TKN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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