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LN55 ONU

2006 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,773 mi
Last recorded151,773 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 ONU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 151,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 146,869 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 135,671 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2023 129,537 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 120,915 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 111,052 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 96,166 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 88,171 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 84,734 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 81,604 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 77,250 miles

child seats fitted

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 70,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 20 Jan 2014 60,541 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 55,151 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 50,415 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 43,343 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 37,019 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 29,878 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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LN55 ONU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LN55 ONU, 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

How do I check the history of LN55 ONU?

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What year was LN55 ONU registered?

LN55 ONU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is LN55 ONU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 ONU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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