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RF56 RNJ

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

217,215 mi
Last recorded217,215 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 RNJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 217,215 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 203,988 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 203,988 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 192,911 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 182,055 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 174,427 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 171,034 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres wearing on all edges

emissions to clean to register

Pass 11 Jan 2017 160,900 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 147,524 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 145,272 miles

emissions to clean to register

Pass 15 Oct 2014 130,471 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 113,996 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2013 113,917 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside rear tyre wearing slightly on inside edge

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 101,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 87,849 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 71,647 miles

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

all brake disc slightly worn

emissions to clean to register

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 20 Dec 2010 71,647 miles

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

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

emissions to clean to register

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2009 55,077 miles

2x rear child seats fitted

emissions to low to register

Fail 27 Nov 2009 55,077 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

2x rear child seats fitted

emissions to low to register

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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RF56 RNJ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RF56 RNJ, 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 RF56 RNJ registered?

RF56 RNJ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is RF56 RNJ safe to buy?

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