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FY56 XOU

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,822 mi
Last recorded99,822 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 XOU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2016 99,822 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 135,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 130,378 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 116,934 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2012 102,447 miles

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

both front tyre worn on edges

wipers starting to smear

Pass 19 Sep 2011 86,410 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 70,015 miles

Advise front tyres worn on edges

Advise offside rear tyre worn and has nail in tread

Advise small crack windscreen

Pass 2 Nov 2009 54,122 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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FY56 XOU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY56 XOU, 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 FY56 XOU?

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What year was FY56 XOU registered?

FY56 XOU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is FY56 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 XOU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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