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RY55 VRZ

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

227,420 mi
Last recorded227,420 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 VRZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 227,420 miles

car slightly smokey on tick over

under trays fitted could not view

Fail 28 Mar 2022 227,420 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

car slightly smokey on tick over

under trays fitted could not view

Pass 31 Mar 2021 204,000 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 195,376 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 187,405 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 180,014 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 170,699 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 159,690 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 148,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2014 140,070 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 131,183 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 122,163 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 110,439 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 110,004 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 99,320 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 99,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 84,096 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 84,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RY55 VRZ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RY55 VRZ, 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 RY55 VRZ registered?

RY55 VRZ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is RY55 VRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 VRZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RY55 VRZ have outstanding finance?

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