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GR55 HYH

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

179,568 mi
Last recorded179,568 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 HYH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 179,568 miles

Nearside Front 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 28 Jan 2017 158,559 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 119,715 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 105,770 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 105,761 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 105,284 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 105,283 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 105,102 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 101,107 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Feb 2014 101,107 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 96,539 miles

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

near side rear tyre bald on inner edge- advise KDS

Fail 12 Jan 2013 96,539 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Handbrake efficency just passed required amount- advise further inspection

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

near side rear tyre bald on inner edge- advise KDS

offside bonnet latch not securing bonnet

Pass 18 Jan 2012 86,675 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jan 2011 73,656 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 73,656 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 60,516 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 26 Jan 2009 45,247 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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GR55 HYH is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GR55 HYH, 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.

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What year was GR55 HYH registered?

GR55 HYH is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is GR55 HYH safe to buy?

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