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LF06 ZHU

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,149 mi
Last recorded129,149 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 ZHU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 129,149 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 126,869 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 122,525 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 120,799 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 114,218 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 106,133 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 96,219 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 85,961 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 73,883 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 61,630 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 61,627 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 55,562 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 55,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 44,118 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 29,951 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 27,598 miles

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 20 May 2010 27,592 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 May 2009 23,450 miles

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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LF06 ZHU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF06 ZHU, 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 LF06 ZHU registered?

LF06 ZHU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 29 May 2006.

Is LF06 ZHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 ZHU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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