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FH55 XDD

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

181,380 mi
Last recorded181,380 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 XDD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 181,380 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 176,333 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 170,536 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 159,130 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material repaired by grease over pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 159,126 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2022 149,493 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 140,754 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 132,630 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 122,299 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 112,784 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 106,840 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 103,600 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 100,677 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 98,495 miles

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)

near side front tyre worn from onside edge

Pass 12 Feb 2013 95,398 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 92,467 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 92,468 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 92,465 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 89,787 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 86,920 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 83,732 miles

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

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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FH55 XDD is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FH55 XDD, 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 FH55 XDD?

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What year was FH55 XDD registered?

FH55 XDD is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 16 February 2006.

Is FH55 XDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 XDD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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