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RY55 XGU

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

190,506 mi
Last recorded190,506 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 XGU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 190,506 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under-tray fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2020 176,841 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 166,087 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 155,092 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 148,776 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front brake pipe corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2016 142,316 miles

Both front tyres slightly perrished on edges

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2015 138,722 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 132,243 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 124,704 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 119,182 miles

front/rear brake discs slightly pitted n/s/f tyre slight wear on inner edge under-trays fitted

Fail 24 Oct 2012 119,182 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

front/rear brake discs slightly pitted n/s/f tyre slight wear on inner edge under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2011 110,417 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2010 95,549 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 87,499 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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RY55 XGU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RY55 XGU, 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 XGU registered?

RY55 XGU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is RY55 XGU safe to buy?

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