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SL56 EYT

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

209,785 mi
Last recorded209,785 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 EYT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 209,785 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 179,749 miles

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

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)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2014 143,392 miles

lower centre of screen cracked but not in drivers view

Fail 10 Dec 2014 143,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

lower centre of screen cracked but not in drivers view

Pass 3 Jan 2014 124,157 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bottom of screen cracked but not affecting drivers view

Pass 17 Jan 2013 115,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2010 48,044 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 48,044 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 27,496 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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SL56 EYT is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SL56 EYT, 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 SL56 EYT registered?

SL56 EYT is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is SL56 EYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 EYT shows 9 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.

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