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AY56 KHT

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,743 mi
Last recorded111,743 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 KHT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 111,743 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 110,616 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 107,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 100,509 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 95,817 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 30 Nov 2016 89,997 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 82,229 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 74,407 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 62,154 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 49,281 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 36,241 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 36,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 27,528 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,095 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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AY56 KHT is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 103,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY56 KHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY56 KHT registered?

AY56 KHT is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AY56 KHT safe to buy?

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