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YC56 NLA

2006 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,653 mi
Last recorded106,653 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 NLA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 106,653 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 102,064 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 95,006 miles

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

both front head perished

Pass 20 Oct 2021 85,206 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both head lamps starting too fade

Fail 20 Oct 2021 85,205 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides x2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both head lamps starting too fade

Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,609 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 82,609 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2019 65,810 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 19 Feb 2018 44,011 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 33,740 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 30,563 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 27,877 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 26,387 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 24,579 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 22,605 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 18,423 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 14,381 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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YC56 NLA is a 2006 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YC56 NLA, 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 YC56 NLA registered?

YC56 NLA is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is YC56 NLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 NLA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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