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YC56 ZFV

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,098 mi
Last recorded150,098 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 ZFV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 150,098 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 136,021 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 117,770 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 102,712 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 91,502 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 82,833 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 82,833 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 74,437 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 74,437 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Nov 2013 65,152 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Nov 2013 65,152 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 Nov 2012 53,491 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 43,969 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 43,908 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 33,148 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 20,683 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 ZFV is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YC56 ZFV, 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 ZFV registered?

YC56 ZFV is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is YC56 ZFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 ZFV shows 16 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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