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RO06 MFZ

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,728 mi
Last recorded143,728 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO06 MFZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 143,728 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2026 143,722 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 134,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2025 134,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 124,510 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 116,425 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 116,425 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 116,291 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 116,286 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 108,560 miles

slight play in os rack

Pass 5 Feb 2020 107,358 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 105,268 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhasuts heat sheild loose

Pass 28 Feb 2018 100,392 miles

both rear brake disks lipped

Fail 26 Feb 2018 100,392 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear brake disks lipped

Pass 24 Feb 2017 96,195 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Feb 2016 90,633 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 86,308 miles

both front tyres slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 14 Feb 2014 81,596 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wiper blade slightly deteriated

rear exhaust heat sheild loose

Pass 22 Feb 2013 77,886 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2012 70,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front discs rusty

Front pads approx 5-6k

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 62,865 miles

Undertrays fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 28 Feb 2011 62,865 miles

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

Offside rear tyre 2-3mm 225/50R17W Run flat

Undertrays fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Jan 2010 56,164 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front inner sidelight not working

Pass 17 Feb 2009 43,688 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Wipers smearing

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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RO06 MFZ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RO06 MFZ, 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 RO06 MFZ registered?

RO06 MFZ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is RO06 MFZ safe to buy?

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