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KG56 BKV

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,201 mi
Last recorded159,201 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG56 BKV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2017 159,201 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 151,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 147,325 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 142,282 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 126,599 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 109,825 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 88,667 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 72,629 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 57,571 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KG56 BKV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KG56 BKV, 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 KG56 BKV registered?

KG56 BKV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 October 2006.

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