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SY56 UXT

2006 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

111,154 mi
Last recorded111,154 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 UXT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 111,154 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 111,154 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 109,248 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 103,248 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 101,332 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 85,229 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 71,322 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 59,047 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 47,745 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 34,184 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 23,641 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 22,315 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 19,754 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 17,104 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 13,436 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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SY56 UXT is a 2006 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SY56 UXT, 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 SY56 UXT registered?

SY56 UXT is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 2 November 2006.

Is SY56 UXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 UXT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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