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YG06 RCV

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,176 mi
Last recorded165,176 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 RCV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Feb 2024 165,176 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 142,715 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 111,021 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 106,215 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 104,007 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 102,149 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 101,532 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 101,532 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 100,272 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 99,211 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 97,532 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 90,107 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 81,546 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 72,518 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 109,084 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 109,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 94,442 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 94,442 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 79,607 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2009 79,607 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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YG06 RCV is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YG06 RCV, 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 YG06 RCV registered?

YG06 RCV is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is YG06 RCV safe to buy?

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