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SF06 XTY

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,624 mi
Last recorded106,624 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 XTY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 106,624 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 94,317 miles

both front tyres wearing low on treads

Pass 13 Jul 2018 91,552 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 91,550 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 88,778 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 84,988 miles

Engine cover fitted

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2015 81,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2014 79,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Outer Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 72,338 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 65,577 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 60,150 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 61,046 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 81,444 miles

both front tyres worn unevenly on inner and outer edges

Fail 28 Oct 2010 50,407 miles

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

both front tyres worn unevenly on inner and outer edges

Pass 20 Nov 2009 40,876 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 35,118 miles

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

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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SF06 XTY is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SF06 XTY, 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 SF06 XTY registered?

SF06 XTY is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is SF06 XTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF06 XTY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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