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GR55 RXN

2006 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,659 mi
Last recorded159,659 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 RXN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 159,659 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 155,185 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 147,881 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 143,256 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2021 135,734 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 131,305 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 130,308 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 123,364 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 123,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 116,648 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 110,880 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner on mirror arm ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 100,462 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 100,462 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 88,954 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 77,157 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 65,230 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 65,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 56,363 miles

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

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)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 56,363 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 46,769 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 38,463 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 31,101 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 RXN is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GR55 RXN, 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 GR55 RXN?

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What year was GR55 RXN registered?

GR55 RXN is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 7 January 2006.

Is GR55 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 RXN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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