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YF56 MDJ

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,676 mi
Last recorded128,676 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 128,676 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 116,948 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 115,631 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 114,194 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 113,819 miles

Engine top cover and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 3 Dec 2018 112,204 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 110,119 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 110,107 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 107,722 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 96,448 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 90,879 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 79,607 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 67,516 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 66,031 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 58,239 miles

o/s/f tyre considerably worn on inner side.

under trays fitted.

Pass 13 Dec 2010 41,250 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 21,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 21,279 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 MDJ is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF56 MDJ, 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 MDJ registered?

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

Is YF56 MDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 MDJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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