MOT Status
ValidMileage
164,557 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
unable to inspect underside properly due to covers
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
unable to inspect underside properly due to covers
unable to inspect underside due to covers
unable to inspect underside properly due to covers
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
unable to inspect underside properly due to covers
unable to inspect underside properly due to covers
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
unable to inspect underside properly due to covers
Plastic under trays fitted preventing complete examination of under vehicle components.
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
o/s/f tyre cut but not showing cords
Nail in nearside rear tyre
Nail in offside rear tyre
tyre light on
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nail in offside rear tyre
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P18 WST is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 P18 WST, 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 P18 WST?
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What year was P18 WST registered?
P18 WST is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 3 August 2006.
Is P18 WST safe to buy?
The MOT history for P18 WST shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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