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LN06 ZDX

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

246,237 mi
Last recorded246,237 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN06 ZDX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 246,237 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 213,525 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 23 Apr 2019 177,274 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 165,995 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 152,948 miles

Nearside Rear cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50wr17 RF (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 152,948 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50wr17 RF (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 149,392 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

oil leak

Fail 6 Apr 2016 149,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2015 141,423 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 133,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Fail 8 Apr 2014 133,495 miles

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

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Apr 2013 126,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Apr 2013 126,169 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Feb 2012 114,900 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 114,900 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 106,808 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 99,538 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 99,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 92,819 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 92,819 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LN06 ZDX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 LN06 ZDX, 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 LN06 ZDX registered?

LN06 ZDX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 8 March 2006.

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