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VK06 UTG

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

148,902 mi
Last recorded148,902 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 UTG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 148,902 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 139,037 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 128,051 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 113,721 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 113,721 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2017 110,297 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 106,872 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 104,084 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 96,729 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 84,483 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 84,439 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 22 Feb 2013
Fail 21 Feb 2013 74,849 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 60,871 miles

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

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 25 Feb 2011 46,047 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 36,947 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 32,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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VK06 UTG is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VK06 UTG, 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 VK06 UTG?

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What year was VK06 UTG registered?

VK06 UTG is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is VK06 UTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK06 UTG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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