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EO06 FTT

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

137,602 mi
Last recorded137,602 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO06 FTT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 137,602 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 124,838 miles

All four tyres low

Pass 1 Oct 2019 114,325 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 108,300 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 103,642 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 99,374 miles

VEHICLE UNDER COVER FITTED.

Pass 21 Oct 2015 96,183 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 91,278 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 87,317 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 82,894 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 74,346 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 69,883 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 69,883 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EO06 FTT is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EO06 FTT, 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 EO06 FTT?

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What year was EO06 FTT registered?

EO06 FTT is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is EO06 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO06 FTT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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