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CE06 ZCV

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,647 mi
Last recorded152,647 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE06 ZCV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 152,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2015 152,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 143,339 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Mar 2014 143,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 129,166 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 129,166 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2012 104,195 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 94,410 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre has a cut on outer wall

Pass 20 Apr 2010 80,939 miles

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

Oil leak

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

under covers fitted and side skirts fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2010 78,111 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 66,364 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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CE06 ZCV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE06 ZCV, 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

How do I check the history of CE06 ZCV?

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What year was CE06 ZCV registered?

CE06 ZCV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is CE06 ZCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE06 ZCV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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