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YF56 USM

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,991 mi
Last recorded130,991 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 USM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 130,991 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 122,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 112,062 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 107,553 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 107,551 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 101,351 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 101,351 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Dec 2012 97,044 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 22 Dec 2012 97,044 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Dec 2011 92,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Dec 2010 87,345 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 81,150 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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YF56 USM is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YF56 USM, 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 YF56 USM?

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What year was YF56 USM registered?

YF56 USM is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is YF56 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 USM shows 12 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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