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BK06 AYA

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

166,905 mi
Last recorded166,905 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 AYA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 166,905 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 164,767 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 163,022 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 160,790 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 158,522 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 157,460 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 150,843 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 144,938 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 139,537 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 123,950 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 111,394 miles

Both front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 93,143 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 89,795 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 70,404 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 70,404 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 55,066 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 54,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs very worn

front brake pads low

Pass 2 Apr 2010 50,365 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2010 50,365 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 43,742 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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BK06 AYA is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BK06 AYA, 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 BK06 AYA registered?

BK06 AYA is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is BK06 AYA safe to buy?

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