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WV56 YCG

2006 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,279 mi
Last recorded83,279 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV56 YCG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 83,279 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 80,641 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 72,238 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 63,757 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 58,681 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 56,399 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 54,344 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 50,951 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 50,951 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 47,304 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 37,538 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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WV56 YCG is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WV56 YCG, 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 WV56 YCG?

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What year was WV56 YCG registered?

WV56 YCG is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is WV56 YCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV56 YCG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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