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LS55 VNV

2006 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

192,172 mi
Last recorded192,172 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 VNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 192,172 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 186,851 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 177,457 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 172,484 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 159,265 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 147,511 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 147,509 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2016 133,050 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 114,821 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 114,821 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 91,835 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 91,835 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 71,769 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 71,399 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 95,865 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 61,041 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 60,970 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Dec 2011 60,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2010 50,280 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 40,925 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 32,062 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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LS55 VNV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LS55 VNV, 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 LS55 VNV?

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What year was LS55 VNV registered?

LS55 VNV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 7 January 2006.

Is LS55 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 VNV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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