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GY06 ZVG

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

185,474 mi
Last recorded185,474 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY06 ZVG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 185,474 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2018 170,602 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 161,205 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 161,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 147,182 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 143,189 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 141,829 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 131,552 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 123,530 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 116,201 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 100,014 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 75,666 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 74,991 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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)

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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GY06 ZVG is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GY06 ZVG, 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 GY06 ZVG registered?

GY06 ZVG is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is GY06 ZVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY06 ZVG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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