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DF06 NLE

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,621 mi
Last recorded103,621 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF06 NLE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 103,621 miles

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

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

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

Stone chip in windscreen

Pass 18 Mar 2021 99,600 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2021 99,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 91,321 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 84,554 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 83,032 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 80,770 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 76,550 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 68,978 miles

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)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 62,049 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 55,176 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 47,298 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 38,767 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 31,835 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 25,272 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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DF06 NLE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DF06 NLE, 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 DF06 NLE registered?

DF06 NLE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is DF06 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF06 NLE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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