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GK56 TBU

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

160,800 mi
Last recorded160,800 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 TBU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2023 160,800 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 150,338 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 145,868 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 145,866 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 135,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight noise from under bonnet on idle

Pass 5 Feb 2019 128,774 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 115,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 109,573 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside main (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2016 88,569 miles

Under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2015 67,729 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 61,098 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 55,857 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 49,582 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 46,243 miles

all tyres getting close to legal limit on inner edges

Pass 31 Aug 2010 42,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 38,630 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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GK56 TBU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GK56 TBU, 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 GK56 TBU registered?

GK56 TBU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is GK56 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK56 TBU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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