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YF56 KYG

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,873 mi
Last recorded157,873 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 KYG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 157,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 147,673 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 134,550 miles

osf wheel not correctly aligned

Fail 4 Sep 2019 134,539 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

osf wheel not correctly aligned

Pass 16 May 2018 134,219 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 126,878 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 115,411 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 106,772 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 98,279 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 88,401 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 79,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Nov 2012 79,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2011 57,929 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 41,871 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 25,622 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 KYG is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YF56 KYG, 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 KYG registered?

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

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The MOT history for YF56 KYG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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