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WU06 HDD

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

198,646 mi
Last recorded198,646 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 HDD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 198,646 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi area (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 192,664 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 192,420 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 192,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 191,566 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 190,064 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 190,061 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 178,648 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 158,203 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 136,196 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 136,195 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 115,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 95,658 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 73,212 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 49,452 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 39,709 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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WU06 HDD is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WU06 HDD, 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 WU06 HDD?

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What year was WU06 HDD registered?

WU06 HDD is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is WU06 HDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 HDD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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