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DY06 LWS

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

196,139 mi
Last recorded196,139 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 LWS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 196,139 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 191,985 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 183,385 miles

Rear Anti roll bar corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2015 174,589 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 168,632 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres close to legal limit advice change

oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2013 161,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 153,515 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Aug 2012 153,515 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2011 140,528 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2010 127,955 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 92,837 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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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DY06 LWS is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DY06 LWS, 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 DY06 LWS registered?

DY06 LWS is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is DY06 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 LWS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY06 LWS have outstanding finance?

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