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BK56 UKC

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,043 mi
Last recorded161,043 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 UKC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 161,043 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 251,035 miles

Front ENGINE COVER FITTED

Pass 26 Aug 2020 249,033 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 244,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 243,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement H arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 238,999 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2018 238,841 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 146,427 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 144,077 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 144,077 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 141,129 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 141,129 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2014 136,091 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 117,732 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 102,032 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 81,787 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 66,968 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 50,620 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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BK56 UKC is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK56 UKC, 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 BK56 UKC registered?

BK56 UKC is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is BK56 UKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 UKC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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