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DK56 RWZ

2006 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,011 mi
Last recorded116,011 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 RWZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 116,011 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 112,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Parking brake poor may require adjustment or repair

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Mar 2022 112,439 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 111,963 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 110,608 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre X 2 ()

Fail 20 May 2019 110,600 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre X 2 ()

Pass 30 Apr 2018 108,901 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 108,901 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2017 107,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 105,030 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 102,243 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 96,030 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 89,352 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 84,310 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 781,223 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 69,016 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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DK56 RWZ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DK56 RWZ, 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 DK56 RWZ registered?

DK56 RWZ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is DK56 RWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK56 RWZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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