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WJ56 XDN

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,168 mi
Last recorded132,168 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 XDN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 132,168 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Daytime running light not working

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 122,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 117,027 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2013 112,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 110,571 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 106,761 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 106,761 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 98,273 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 76,944 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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WJ56 XDN is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WJ56 XDN, 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 WJ56 XDN registered?

WJ56 XDN is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is WJ56 XDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ56 XDN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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