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LR06 JLV

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,961 mi
Last recorded67,961 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR06 JLV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 67,961 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 59,151 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 56,745 miles

emissions too clean to test

under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 13 Mar 2017 53,356 miles

emissions too clean to test

engine cover fitted obscuring view of components

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 10 Mar 2016 49,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle has passed the emissions test. No print out was produced due to low emissions

Pass 10 Mar 2015 44,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle passed the emissions test. No print out was produced due to low emissions.

Pass 10 Mar 2014 38,855 miles

Emissions are too clean to give a reading

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 33,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Number plate spacing slightly too large

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2012 27,407 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly worn, and scored. rear brake discs scored.

Pass 18 Mar 2010 19,489 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 19,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 14,956 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 JLV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 JLV, 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 JLV registered?

LR06 JLV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LR06 JLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR06 JLV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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