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LF55 KJU

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

199,166 mi
Last recorded199,166 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 KJU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 199,166 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all metal brake pipes surface corrosion

plasticsice skirts fitted to outer sills

Pass 4 Dec 2021 187,210 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 168,578 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 160,053 miles

front pads on limit

rear tyres on limit

Pass 9 Nov 2018 148,399 miles

handbrake lever worn

Fail 9 Nov 2018 148,399 miles

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

handbrake lever worn

Pass 8 Dec 2017 134,312 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 122,326 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT TYRES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 111,467 miles

play in front steering tie arms

Pass 14 Jan 2015 100,361 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 100,361 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 94,995 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 87,491 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 87,491 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 81,888 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 76,014 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 72,558 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 68,700 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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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LF55 KJU 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 LF55 KJU, 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 LF55 KJU registered?

LF55 KJU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 17 February 2006.

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