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YH06 ECF

2006 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

205,677 mi
Last recorded205,677 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH06 ECF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 205,677 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside/nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 May 2023 205,677 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside/nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 198,899 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 192,528 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 186,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2018 186,933 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 181,250 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 173,439 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 163,276 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 156,614 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 22 May 2013 142,949 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 131,564 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2011 123,118 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 116,023 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 100,445 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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YH06 ECF is a 2006 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YH06 ECF, 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 YH06 ECF registered?

YH06 ECF is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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