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SM56 VDV

2006 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

96,364 mi
Last recorded96,364 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 VDV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 96,364 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 96,288 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 94,570 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 92,445 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 88,446 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Nov 2021 88,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Nov 2020 83,657 miles

emissions to clean to regester

Pass 16 Nov 2019 71,895 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 59,936 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 51,960 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 51,960 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 46,868 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 38,548 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2014 35,453 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jul 2013 30,332 miles

Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 24,740 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 17,628 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 121,499 miles

belly pans fitted

rear inner brake pads look low advise brake check

Pass 5 Aug 2009 5,698 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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SM56 VDV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SM56 VDV, 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 SM56 VDV?

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What year was SM56 VDV registered?

SM56 VDV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is SM56 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 VDV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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