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YD56 VYW

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

129,602 mi
Last recorded129,602 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD56 VYW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 129,602 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 128,629 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 126,310 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 123,585 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 119,265 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 13 Mar 2020 114,940 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 14 Mar 2019 109,458 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 102,784 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 96,831 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 96,831 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 90,736 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 84,574 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 75,610 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 66,951 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 60,681 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 52,449 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 45,888 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 38,388 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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YD56 VYW is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YD56 VYW, 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 VYW registered?

YD56 VYW is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is YD56 VYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD56 VYW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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