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B2 LPC

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,017 mi
Last recorded97,017 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 LPC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 97,017 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 97,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 97,005 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2023 97,005 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 95,550 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 93,358 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 92,109 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 89,219 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 80,065 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 80,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 63,800 miles

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

Oil leak engine ()

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 45,629 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 45,629 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 30,385 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 30,385 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 10,280 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 9,594 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 9,016 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 8,431 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 7,387 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 5,824 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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B2 LPC is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 B2 LPC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B2 LPC registered?

B2 LPC is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is B2 LPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 LPC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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