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WM06 DXO

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

258,425 mi
Last recorded258,425 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM06 DXO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 258,425 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 248,225 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 236,361 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 226,285 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 226,272 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 216,036 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 216,036 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fail 11 Oct 2014 202,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2014 202,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 192,129 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 192,129 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 182,778 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 182,731 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 175,148 miles

dent on bonnit damage on alloys front brake discs lipped pads wearing low n/s/f tyre worn on edge rear tyres wearing on edges and center tred

Fail 10 Oct 2011 175,132 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

dent on bonnit damage on alloys front brake discs lipped pads wearing low n/s/f tyre worn on edge rear tyres wearing on edges and center tred

Pass 12 Jul 2010 141,833 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 141,833 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 106,785 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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WM06 DXO is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 WM06 DXO, 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 WM06 DXO registered?

WM06 DXO is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 3 August 2006.

Is WM06 DXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM06 DXO shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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