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YG06 PVE

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

223,139 mi
Last recorded223,139 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 PVE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 223,139 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 222,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 213,688 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 177,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust blow in engine bay

front side lights inop (halo rings)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 177,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust blow in engine bay

front side lights inop (halo rings)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 139,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 111,178 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 75,824 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 75,670 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 55,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Sep 2010 55,866 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Sep 2009 45,297 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2009 34,806 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2009 34,806 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

advise front offside tyre is devoid of tread on inner edge and close to cords exposed

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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YG06 PVE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG06 PVE, 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 YG06 PVE registered?

YG06 PVE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is YG06 PVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG06 PVE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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