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FV56 TNZ

2006 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,286 mi
Last recorded122,286 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 TNZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 122,286 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2026 122,286 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 118,179 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 112,250 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2023 112,250 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 106,178 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 94,139 miles

Brake pad wear indicator wire broken n,s,f light on

Fail 21 Nov 2020 95,845 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad wear indicator wire broken n,s,f light on

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 65,226 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 59,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre has inner edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre has inner edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2016 55,007 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 48,123 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,668 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 37,966 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 35,060 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 31,107 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 27,378 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 21,638 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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FV56 TNZ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV56 TNZ, 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 FV56 TNZ registered?

FV56 TNZ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 December 2006.

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The MOT history for FV56 TNZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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