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SC06 XJO

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

190,074 mi
Last recorded190,074 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC06 XJO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 190,074 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 174,314 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Nov 2018 174,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated front pad wear warning shown in message centre pads 50% worn poss faulty sensor warning effects fluid lamp (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 166,896 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 161,983 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 161,983 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 155,181 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 148,822 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 144,740 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 135,080 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 128,456 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 109,809 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 95,490 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 95,490 miles

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

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

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

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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SC06 XJO is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SC06 XJO, 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 SC06 XJO registered?

SC06 XJO is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is SC06 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC06 XJO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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