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GX06 OPT

2006 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

149,623 mi
Last recorded149,623 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 OPT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 149,623 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 136,505 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 136,026 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 117,095 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 97,470 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 80,051 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 64,237 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 57,060 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 48,404 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 40,235 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2009 30,765 miles

front and rear number plates not showing BS standard mark or post code

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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GX06 OPT is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GX06 OPT, 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 GX06 OPT registered?

GX06 OPT is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is GX06 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 OPT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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