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LK56 NDJ

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,538 mi
Last recorded183,538 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 NDJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 183,538 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 183,538 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 179,918 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 171,717 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 167,767 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 160,076 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 160,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 152,768 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 152,768 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 141,794 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 133,187 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 120,875 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 120,836 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 90,426 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 90,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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LK56 NDJ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LK56 NDJ, 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 LK56 NDJ registered?

LK56 NDJ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is LK56 NDJ safe to buy?

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