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LR56 UYE

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,229 mi
Last recorded138,229 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 UYE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 138,229 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2020 128,036 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2020 128,036 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 16 May 2019 123,006 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 123,000 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 113,258 miles

Central Front Propshaft universal joint worn flange by back of gearbox ()

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 24 Apr 2018 113,258 miles

Central Front Propshaft universal joint worn flange by back of gearbox ()

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 15 May 2017 104,225 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 97,281 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 93,307 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 93,307 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 87,679 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 79,082 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 64,445 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 54,408 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 42,147 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 39,965 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 UYE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UYE, 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 LR56 UYE?

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What year was LR56 UYE registered?

LR56 UYE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is LR56 UYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 UYE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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