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SA56 UYN

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

217,365 mi
Last recorded217,365 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 UYN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 217,365 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 207,060 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 188,480 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 175,101 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 175,101 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 153,148 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi section (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 153,128 miles

Brake performance not tested due to fluid leak (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking to rear (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi section (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 133,343 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 117,721 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 106,750 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2012 90,981 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 76,763 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 60,700 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 60,700 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre tread low on inner edge

Pass 12 Oct 2009 41,966 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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SA56 UYN is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SA56 UYN, 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 SA56 UYN registered?

SA56 UYN is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is SA56 UYN safe to buy?

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