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YE56 OUX

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,018 mi
Last recorded154,018 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 OUX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 154,018 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 136,801 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine management light is on

Pass 5 Feb 2016 118,721 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 102,345 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2015 102,345 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2014 88,042 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 74,095 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Nov 2012 73,894 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2011 66,122 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges.

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 7 Dec 2010 59,402 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 49,576 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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YE56 OUX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YE56 OUX, 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 YE56 OUX registered?

YE56 OUX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is YE56 OUX safe to buy?

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