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KC56 LZB

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

151,744 mi
Last recorded151,744 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 151,744 miles

Chip in screen

Fail 16 Nov 2018 151,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Chip in screen

Pass 16 Oct 2017 139,043 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 139,043 miles

Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened both side (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 130,053 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 121,031 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 8 Aug 2014 108,390 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)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 92,618 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 10 Aug 2012 83,696 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 10 Aug 2012 83,696 miles

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 22 Jul 2011 71,528 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

excessive hand brake travel

Pass 13 Aug 2010 59,302 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 59,302 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 LZB is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KC56 LZB, 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 KC56 LZB registered?

KC56 LZB is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is KC56 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC56 LZB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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