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SK56 ZPY

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

108,758 mi
Last recorded108,758 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK56 ZPY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 108,758 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 108,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 92,775 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2017 82,568 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 79,093 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 79,093 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 74,406 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 61,527 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 53,279 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 49,030 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 43,303 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 43,303 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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 20 Aug 2009 34,101 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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SK56 ZPY is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SK56 ZPY, 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 SK56 ZPY registered?

SK56 ZPY is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SK56 ZPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK56 ZPY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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