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LR06 XBA

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

262,822 mi
Last recorded262,822 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 262,822 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2021 261,081 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 237,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 220,965 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))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside rear brake hose deteriorated

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2017 213,683 miles

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)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 213,683 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 20 Jun 2016 196,919 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 177,286 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 160,080 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 138,268 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 118,708 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 118,708 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 97,697 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 78,001 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 60,920 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 XBA 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 86.7%.

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 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 XBA, 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 XBA registered?

LR06 XBA is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is LR06 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR06 XBA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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