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EO56 AXC

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

174,081 mi
Last recorded174,081 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 AXC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 174,081 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive water leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 174,073 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive water leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 162,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 162,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 137,550 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 129,692 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 119,911 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 101,368 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 90,330 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 85,505 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 75,655 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 73,688 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2015 73,688 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nail in o/s/r tyre

oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2014 64,900 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

both front wipers slightly smearing screen

offside front tyre has age cracking and is worn on edges

offside front tyre has cuts in thread but none to cords

Pass 28 Oct 2014 64,900 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

both front wipers slightly smearing screen

offside front tyre has age cracking and is worn on edges

offside front tyre has cuts in thread but none to cords

Pass 23 Oct 2013 56,695 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 56,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 47,936 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 40,555 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,727 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 25,238 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 17,266 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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EO56 AXC is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EO56 AXC, 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 EO56 AXC registered?

EO56 AXC is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is EO56 AXC safe to buy?

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