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LR56 UXO

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,647 mi
Last recorded117,647 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 UXO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 117,647 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 99,693 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 99,693 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 94,425 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 91,512 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 86,810 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 82,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to get a smoke reading

wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 21 Mar 2013 74,899 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 67,259 miles

o/s front tyre walls slight surface cracking o/s front tyre wearing on inner of tread

Pass 18 Mar 2011 60,014 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 56,233 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 56,144 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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LR56 UXO is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LR56 UXO, 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 LR56 UXO registered?

LR56 UXO is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is LR56 UXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 UXO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR56 UXO have outstanding finance?

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