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VX55 WGZ

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

193,872 mi
Last recorded193,872 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 WGZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 193,872 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 193,871 miles

Central Outer Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

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)

Offside Front Tyre appears underinflated

Pass 15 Aug 2016 185,615 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 185,615 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Over rear axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 180,186 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2015 164,908 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2014 147,955 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2014 147,955 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 129,697 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 112,359 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 102,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 85,517 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 69,697 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 54,804 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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VX55 WGZ 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 78.6%.

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 VX55 WGZ, 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 VX55 WGZ registered?

VX55 WGZ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 13 February 2006.

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