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WP06 GJO

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,924 mi
Last recorded135,924 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP06 GJO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 135,924 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 131,980 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 129,221 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 129,193 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 May 2017 127,725 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 108,545 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 85,359 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 164,955 miles

Front discs worn below min.

Fail 14 May 2014 164,955 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Front discs worn below min.

Pass 15 May 2013 142,800 miles

Front discs below min thickness

Handbrake imbalanced

Oil leak

rear discs required

rear pads low 4-5mm

Pass 16 May 2012 121,091 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 100,087 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 76,271 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 52,495 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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WP06 GJO is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WP06 GJO, 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 WP06 GJO?

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What year was WP06 GJO registered?

WP06 GJO is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is WP06 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP06 GJO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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