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YA06 EVT

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,600 mi
Last recorded122,600 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA06 EVT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2013 122,600 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc slightly worn

Pass 18 Dec 2013 122,600 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc slightly worn

Pass 20 Dec 2012 113,551 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 107,739 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 94,676 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 90,287 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 71,315 miles

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

one litre of oil added to carry out MOT

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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YA06 EVT is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YA06 EVT, 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 YA06 EVT?

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What year was YA06 EVT registered?

YA06 EVT is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is YA06 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA06 EVT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YA06 EVT have outstanding finance?

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