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SM06 JSX

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

184,229 mi
Last recorded184,229 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 JSX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 184,229 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 167,345 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2017 167,345 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 147,441 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 129,445 miles

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)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 114,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2013 101,682 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 89,137 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 89,137 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 73,641 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 68,984 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 68,984 miles

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

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)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,929 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 60,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

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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SM06 JSX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM06 JSX, 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 SM06 JSX registered?

SM06 JSX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is SM06 JSX safe to buy?

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