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C26 ASM

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

179,234 mi
Last recorded179,234 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 ASM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 179,234 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 169,866 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms inner bushes worn some movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 169,101 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 3rd stop lamp inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated NSR top arm joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 164,898 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working center brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 159,185 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 153,789 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 149,092 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 141,504 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2019 141,480 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 132,163 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 122,264 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 108,353 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

OIL LEAK ON ENGINE

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 98,966 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 89,431 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2013 80,863 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 72,724 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2011 61,531 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 50,735 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 40,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C26 ASM is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 C26 ASM, 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 C26 ASM registered?

C26 ASM is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 25 March 2006.

Is C26 ASM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 ASM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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