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CV06 EJG

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,621 mi
Last recorded175,621 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV06 EJG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 175,621 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 166,948 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & nearside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 157,765 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 157,765 miles

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 145,947 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 139,000 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 135,368 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 224,166 miles

Nearside Front tire has a cut on inner sidewall and the inner tread but isn't exposing cords or ply

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Aug 2017 224,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front tire has a cut on inner sidewall and the inner tread but isn't exposing cords or ply

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Aug 2016 209,553 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 183,479 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 166,572 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2013 141,661 miles

tyres wearing uneven

Fail 26 Jun 2013 141,658 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 112,128 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 82,147 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 46,193 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 29,680 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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CV06 EJG 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 83.3%.

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 CV06 EJG, 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 CV06 EJG registered?

CV06 EJG is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 10 March 2006.

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