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SG56 YYB

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,700 mi
Last recorded159,700 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 YYB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 159,700 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 152,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 142,560 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 137,037 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 131,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 125,081 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 119,449 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 104,130 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 81,474 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 81,474 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 78,147 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 78,147 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 66,074 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 51,595 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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SG56 YYB is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SG56 YYB, 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 SG56 YYB?

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What year was SG56 YYB registered?

SG56 YYB is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is SG56 YYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG56 YYB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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