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WV56 TBO

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,403 mi
Last recorded195,403 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV56 TBO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 195,403 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 181,141 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 170,553 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 157,924 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 157,924 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 146,183 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 134,019 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2012 134,019 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 122,062 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 110,365 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 96,750 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 96,750 miles

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

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

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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WV56 TBO is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WV56 TBO, 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 WV56 TBO?

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What year was WV56 TBO registered?

WV56 TBO is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is WV56 TBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV56 TBO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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