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YF56 CEX

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

105,332 mi
Last recorded105,332 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 CEX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 105,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive signs of an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover & under tray

Pass 3 Dec 2024 101,995 miles

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

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2023 98,267 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2022 89,529 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 89,529 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 78,661 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 74,537 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 72,777 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 69,859 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 68,671 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 65,555 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 59,592 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2014 54,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 53,546 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 51,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2011 50,454 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 48,872 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 45,697 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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YF56 CEX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YF56 CEX, 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 YF56 CEX registered?

YF56 CEX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is YF56 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 CEX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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