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CV56 ZVG

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

170,283 mi
Last recorded170,283 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 ZVG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 170,283 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 170,283 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 146,993 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 135,405 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 132,156 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 116,999 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 104,237 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 89,332 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 73,982 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 61,548 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 50,629 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 38,361 miles

Front number plate cracked but can still be read

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Rear number plate starting to delaminate, plate can still be read

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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CV56 ZVG is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CV56 ZVG, 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 CV56 ZVG registered?

CV56 ZVG is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 16 September 2006.

Is CV56 ZVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV56 ZVG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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