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SP06 YXZ

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

237,100 mi
Last recorded237,100 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP06 YXZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 237,100 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 237,100 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 237,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 233,820 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 233,810 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

bonnet cannot be open

Pass 10 Jul 2018 136,527 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 121,559 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side's (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 108,245 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2016 107,789 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 97,530 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

emmisions pass no printout

Pass 2 Jul 2014 93,280 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 88,661 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 81,100 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 81,073 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2011 75,572 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 68,682 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 66,361 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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SP06 YXZ is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SP06 YXZ, 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 SP06 YXZ registered?

SP06 YXZ is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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