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SA56 ZZV

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,247 mi
Last recorded138,247 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 ZZV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 138,247 miles

low revved engine no emissions reading

Pass 28 May 2025 137,778 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 135,135 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 134,105 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 131,297 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 128,278 miles

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

under cover fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2019 125,765 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 125,765 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 123,297 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and heavily lipped advise change (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear body damage no sharp projections

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped advise change (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted front under tray missing center under tray damaged but secure at time of test

Pass 7 Aug 2017 117,143 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2016 109,290 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 106,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2015 106,473 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 102,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 95,462 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chips in windscreen

Fail 3 Sep 2012 95,462 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chips in windscreen

Pass 1 Sep 2011 85,415 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 74,942 miles

unable to obtain smoke test ticket due to very low reading

Pass 24 Sep 2009 62,698 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 62,554 miles

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

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

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

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

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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SA56 ZZV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SA56 ZZV, 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 SA56 ZZV registered?

SA56 ZZV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is SA56 ZZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA56 ZZV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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