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LG06 HDZ

2006 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

137,622 mi
Last recorded137,622 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG06 HDZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 137,622 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 137,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 136,864 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2023 136,288 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 135,073 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 133,184 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 130,882 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 128,030 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 127,478 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 122,622 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 120,259 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 113,575 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 113,575 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 108,586 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 96,420 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 80,728 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 65,091 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 48,055 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 23,661 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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LG06 HDZ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LG06 HDZ, 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 LG06 HDZ registered?

LG06 HDZ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 5 August 2006.

Is LG06 HDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG06 HDZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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