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V21 JRH

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

163,621 mi
Last recorded163,621 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV21 JRH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 163,621 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 151,614 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 147,095 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 137,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518w94 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2454018y97 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 127,989 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 127,989 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 118,550 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 118,550 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 111,739 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 111,739 miles

Exhaust system insecure front centre (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 106,960 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 95,547 miles

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

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2016 89,165 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

when car brought in air bag light on dash.air bag light of through out mot test.

Fail 11 Jul 2016 89,165 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

when car brought in air bag light on dash.air bag light of through out mot test.

Pass 5 Jan 2015 79,015 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 73,333 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 68,368 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 64,733 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 60,390 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 57,570 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 41,767 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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V21 JRH is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V21 JRH, 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 V21 JRH registered?

V21 JRH is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is V21 JRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V21 JRH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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