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YF06 MRF

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

146,090 mi
Last recorded146,090 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 MRF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 146,090 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 139,404 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle handbrake weak

Fail 1 Jun 2018 139,404 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle handbrake weak

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2017 134,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Front both

Pass 30 May 2016 129,007 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 123,962 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 115,562 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2013 105,629 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 93,129 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 81,952 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 8 Apr 2010 66,070 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 55,548 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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YF06 MRF is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YF06 MRF, 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 YF06 MRF registered?

YF06 MRF is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is YF06 MRF safe to buy?

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