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WN56 PWX

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

143,288 mi
Last recorded143,288 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN56 PWX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 143,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2026 143,237 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 139,027 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front & both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 133,251 miles

Corrosion front metal brake pipes

Corrosion front to rear metal brake pipes

Nearside front track rod end securing collar damaged

Rear brake flexy hoses perished

Pass 17 Jan 2023 128,104 miles

Corrosion front to rear metal brake pipes

Nearside front track rod end locking device damaged

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 128,101 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Corrosion front to rear metal brake pipes

Nearside front track rod end locking device damaged

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 120,682 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 116,179 miles

corrosion rear metal brake pipes

rear brake pads worn

Fail 4 Feb 2021 116,179 miles

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

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

corrosion rear metal brake pipes

rear brake pads worn

Pass 17 Jan 2020 113,477 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 109,060 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 109,051 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 103,912 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 96,135 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Jan 2016 88,587 miles

High level stop lamp inop

Pass 22 Jan 2015 81,826 miles

high level stop lamp inop

Pass 14 Jan 2014 75,305 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 67,864 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 58,483 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 49,964 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 48,966 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 32,510 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 32,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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WN56 PWX is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 WN56 PWX, 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 WN56 PWX registered?

WN56 PWX is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is WN56 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN56 PWX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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