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KC56 HPE

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,960 mi
Last recorded175,960 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC56 HPE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 175,960 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 174,949 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 172,820 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 169,477 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 165,892 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 164,244 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 158,312 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 150,786 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 139,169 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 127,185 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 115,853 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 106,274 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 95,971 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 82,405 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 70,987 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 63,584 miles

variuos warning symbles on dash, including brake pad wear and low tyre pressure, and others. run flat design tyres on rear not on front.

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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KC56 HPE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KC56 HPE, 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 KC56 HPE?

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What year was KC56 HPE registered?

KC56 HPE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is KC56 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC56 HPE shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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