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SL56 JGX

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

217,952 mi
Last recorded217,952 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 JGX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 217,952 miles

245/40/ZR18/97W. Fronts 6mm. Rears 4mm.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2018 217,951 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

245/40/ZR18/97W. Fronts 6mm. Rears 4mm.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 201,391 miles

245/40/ZR18/97W. Fronts new. Rears 6mm.

Emissions too clean to measure.

Fail 23 Oct 2017 201,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

245/40/ZR18/97W. Fronts 6mm. Rears 1.3mm.

Emissions too clean to measure.

Pass 28 Oct 2016 185,973 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 174,597 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 159,103 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 144,153 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 129,091 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 116,190 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 94,762 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 JGX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JGX, 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 JGX registered?

SL56 JGX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is SL56 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 JGX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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