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GP06 VMX

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,132 mi
Last recorded179,132 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 VMX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 179,132 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 171,105 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 151,212 miles

Engine light on

Gearbox oil leak

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 151,114 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine light on

Gearbox oil leak

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 126,331 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 126,331 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 110,340 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 100,259 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 88,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 May 2009 72,499 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)

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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GP06 VMX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP06 VMX, 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 GP06 VMX registered?

GP06 VMX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 19 June 2006.

Is GP06 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP06 VMX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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