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OE56 FGM

2006 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,099 mi
Last recorded162,099 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 FGM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 162,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 149,078 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 140,110 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 140,110 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 128,380 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside front tyre worn low on edges

Pass 6 Feb 2014 112,940 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Feb 2014 112,940 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 95,481 miles

play in steering rack o/s

Fail 9 Feb 2013 95,481 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front discs worn & corroded

play in steering rack o/s

Pass 11 Feb 2012 81,123 miles

play in o/s steering rack

Pass 26 Feb 2011 65,782 miles

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

slight play in o/s steering rack

Pass 8 Mar 2010 53,515 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 41,365 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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OE56 FGM is a 2006 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OE56 FGM, 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 OE56 FGM registered?

OE56 FGM is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is OE56 FGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE56 FGM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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