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FL06 YYW

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,200 mi
Last recorded156,200 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL06 YYW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 156,200 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 151,697 miles

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

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 144,621 miles

N/s & o/s rear brake pipes have corroded & pitted

N/s & o/s steering rack gaiter needs tightening up (small end)

O/s & n/s rear brake hoses are deteriorating (see lower ferrule area)

O/s rear tyre unevenly worn

Under-tray & engine cover hinder view to some testable items

Fail 12 Apr 2018 144,621 miles

N/s & o/s rear brake pipes have corroded & pitted

N/s & o/s steering rack gaiter needs tightening up (small end)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/s & n/s rear brake hoses are deteriorating (see lower ferrule area)

O/s rear tyre unevenly worn

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-tray & engine cover hinder view to some testable items

Pass 12 Apr 2017 137,342 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 128,865 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 128,856 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 118,892 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 113,578 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 107,735 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 100,847 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 94,252 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 86,453 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 76,794 miles

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

Offside 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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FL06 YYW is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FL06 YYW, 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 FL06 YYW registered?

FL06 YYW is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 5 April 2006.

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