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LR06 JKE

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,247 mi
Last recorded144,247 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR06 JKE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2018 144,247 miles

parking brake efficiency slightly low on nearside - attention needed

Pass 18 Oct 2017 131,246 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 116,607 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 103,521 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 93,155 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 88,757 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 83,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 75,147 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 59,472 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 51,825 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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LR06 JKE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LR06 JKE, 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 LR06 JKE registered?

LR06 JKE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 25 April 2006.

Is LR06 JKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR06 JKE shows 10 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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