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YD56 HKU

2006 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

202,592 mi
Last recorded202,592 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD56 HKU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 202,592 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 202,591 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 189,805 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 182,655 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2020 182,474 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 174,940 miles

Nearside Front brake pad warning cable not located.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under covers fitted.

Fail 6 Feb 2019 174,937 miles

Exhaust system insecure hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front brake pad warning cable not located.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under covers fitted.

Pass 15 Feb 2018 164,631 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2018 164,468 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 152,115 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 139,867 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 139,867 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 134,301 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 122,734 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 122,734 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 103,534 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 95,003 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 83,737 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2009 64,079 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 64,079 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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YD56 HKU is a 2006 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YD56 HKU, 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 YD56 HKU registered?

YD56 HKU is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 21 September 2006.

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