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S66 SJN

2006 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,164 mi
Last recorded84,164 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS66 SJN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 84,164 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 84,164 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 78,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 73,546 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 68,025 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 62,946 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 58,055 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 51,363 miles

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Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2012 46,722 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 43,490 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 36,962 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 31,527 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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S66 SJN is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S66 SJN, 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

How do I check the history of S66 SJN?

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What year was S66 SJN registered?

S66 SJN is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is S66 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S66 SJN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S66 SJN have outstanding finance?

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