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YR56 HXS

2006 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,978 mi
Last recorded140,978 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 520113,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 HXS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 140,978 miles

Side body damage (N/S + O/S)

Pass 31 Oct 2017 136,107 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 118,466 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 103,146 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 91,587 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 91,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2013 81,379 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2013 81,379 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 73,099 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 68,635 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 90,846 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

complete floor pan cover fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2009 63,953 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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YR56 HXS is a 2006 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YR56 HXS, 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 YR56 HXS registered?

YR56 HXS is a 2006 BMW 520, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is YR56 HXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR56 HXS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR56 HXS have outstanding finance?

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