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YH56 MVU

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

221,975 mi
Last recorded221,975 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 MVU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 221,975 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 221,975 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 211,273 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 8 Dec 2016 210,723 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 7 Dec 2015 197,914 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside & offside rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 188,229 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Dec 2014 188,227 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 178,318 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2013 178,318 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2012 167,896 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2011 146,978 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2011 146,978 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 124,517 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 98,722 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YH56 MVU is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YH56 MVU, 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.

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What year was YH56 MVU registered?

YH56 MVU is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 20 November 2006.

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