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RO56 YXZ

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,631 mi
Last recorded162,631 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 YXZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2017 162,631 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 143,318 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 134,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front steering rack arm has slight play

Pass 11 Jan 2014 126,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s steering arm has relative movement at its joint

Pass 15 Oct 2012 123,041 miles

airbag light displayed.

underbody covers fitted on complete vehicle.

Pass 1 Oct 2011 119,549 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear (n/s & o/s) suspension bushes are deteriated but have no play

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

underbody & sill covers fitted on complete vehicle

Pass 27 Sep 2010 104,862 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 79,765 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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RO56 YXZ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RO56 YXZ, 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 RO56 YXZ registered?

RO56 YXZ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is RO56 YXZ safe to buy?

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