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RV06 OLK

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,725 mi
Last recorded198,725 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV06 OLK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 198,725 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 194,101 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 184,703 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 171,470 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 143,406 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 143,406 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 122,102 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn slightly low

Fail 27 Jan 2012 122,102 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

offside rear tyre worn slightly low

Pass 14 Feb 2011 102,543 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 82,307 miles

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)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 62,461 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 62,461 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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RV06 OLK is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RV06 OLK, 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 RV06 OLK?

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What year was RV06 OLK registered?

RV06 OLK is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is RV06 OLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV06 OLK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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