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BL06 UGU

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

191,755 mi
Last recorded191,755 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL06 UGU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 191,755 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 185,988 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2021 173,932 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 169,248 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jun 2019 154,087 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 147,886 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 141,264 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 129,551 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 118,645 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

fuel tankhascondinsation

Fail 5 Jun 2015 118,644 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel tankhascondinsation

Pass 27 May 2014 107,083 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 95,010 miles

fuel tank wet with diesel but unable to see a leak at time of test

Pass 28 May 2012 82,129 miles

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

fuel tank wet could not see any leaks but car low on fuel

Pass 27 May 2011 61,184 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 43,920 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 27,242 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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BL06 UGU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BL06 UGU, 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 BL06 UGU registered?

BL06 UGU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 13 July 2006.

Is BL06 UGU safe to buy?

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