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SL56 KNW

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

165,310 mi
Last recorded165,310 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 KNW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 165,310 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 144,546 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 135,745 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 126,575 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 117,615 miles

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)

Fail 2 Jan 2014 117,612 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2012 112,938 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 107,257 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 97,991 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 72,967 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 72,967 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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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SL56 KNW is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SL56 KNW, 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 SL56 KNW registered?

SL56 KNW is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is SL56 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 KNW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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