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RX56 UUC

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

147,196 mi
Last recorded147,196 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 UUC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 147,196 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 147,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 130,793 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres worn edges

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 30 Jul 2012 130,793 miles

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

both front tyres worn edges

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Aug 2011 114,496 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 114,496 miles

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

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)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 82,643 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 82,643 miles

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

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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RX56 UUC is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX56 UUC, 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 RX56 UUC registered?

RX56 UUC is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 5 December 2006.

Is RX56 UUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 UUC shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX56 UUC have outstanding finance?

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