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YB06 GMZ

2006 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,120 mi
Last recorded81,120 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 GMZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 81,120 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2019 70,229 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 67,140 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 May 2017 62,715 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 59,780 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 14 Apr 2015 54,519 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 50,479 miles

part of high level brake light inop

Pass 15 Apr 2013 45,036 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 45,036 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 39,439 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 33,157 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 33,154 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 26,269 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 21,511 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)

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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YB06 GMZ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol 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 YB06 GMZ, 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 YB06 GMZ registered?

YB06 GMZ is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is YB06 GMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB06 GMZ 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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