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DG05 CJG

2006 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

179,628 mi
Last recorded179,628 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 CJG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 179,628 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2012 178,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 138,032 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 106,335 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 104,968 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 81,488 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DG05 CJG is a 2006 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DG05 CJG, 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 DG05 CJG?

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What year was DG05 CJG registered?

DG05 CJG is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 9 May 2006.

Is DG05 CJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 CJG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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