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MA56 THV

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

136,298 mi
Last recorded136,298 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA56 THV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 136,298 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 129,125 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Feb 2016 107,276 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted

Undercovers fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2015 93,195 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 83,010 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil level on minimum

Fail 20 Jan 2014 83,010 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil level on minimum

Pass 23 Jan 2013 68,181 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads showing slight wear

nsf tyre outer wall slight damage and cracking

nsr tyre inner edge wear

osf tyre inner tread wear

osr tyre tread low plus inner edge wear

Fail 22 Jan 2013 68,148 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads showing slight wear

nsf tyre outer wall slight damage and cracking

nsr tyre inner edge wear

osf tyre inner tread wear

osr tyre tread low plus inner edge wear

Pass 24 Jan 2012 56,451 miles

Rear brake pads 2mm only

Pass 4 Nov 2010 45,914 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 18 Dec 2009 39,195 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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MA56 THV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MA56 THV, 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 MA56 THV registered?

MA56 THV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is MA56 THV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA56 THV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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