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YE06 XNL

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

185,705 mi
Last recorded185,705 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE06 XNL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 185,705 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 164,512 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 142,168 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 132,214 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 116,842 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 103,186 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 93,256 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 78,698 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 68,835 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 59,248 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 53,778 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 53,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 43,089 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front 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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YE06 XNL is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YE06 XNL, 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.

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What year was YE06 XNL registered?

YE06 XNL is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is YE06 XNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE06 XNL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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