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W25 YNN

2006 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

224,830 mi
Last recorded224,830 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW25 YNN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 224,830 miles

Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 214,127 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced rear lights tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 199,833 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Aug 2023 187,501 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 184,729 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 180,671 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 170,299 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 162,619 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 151,805 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 142,119 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 131,415 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 124,573 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 115,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Dec 2014 115,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 106,118 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 95,213 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 95,213 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 79,939 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 58,542 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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W25 YNN 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 89.5%.

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 W25 YNN, 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 W25 YNN registered?

W25 YNN is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is W25 YNN safe to buy?

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