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KL56 UXM

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,603 mi
Last recorded159,603 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL56 UXM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 159,603 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 148,892 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 141,641 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 134,516 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 127,780 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 124,115 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 110,157 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 110,157 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 95,188 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 81,818 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 68,143 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 68,032 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 52,958 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

full undertrays fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2010 52,912 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

full undertrays fitted

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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KL56 UXM is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KL56 UXM, 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.

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What year was KL56 UXM registered?

KL56 UXM is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is KL56 UXM safe to buy?

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