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YG55 VFK

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

214,187 mi
Last recorded214,187 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 VFK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 214,187 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2023 214,187 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front sides (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 207,641 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 198,084 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 190,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 187,468 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 18 Jun 2018 183,764 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 172,526 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 162,964 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 155,374 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 139,910 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 125,189 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 109,771 miles

high level stop lamp not working

Pass 16 Jun 2011 93,187 miles

front brake discs starting to wear

Pass 5 Feb 2010 70,085 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 5 Jan 2009 57,476 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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YG55 VFK is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YG55 VFK, 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.

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What year was YG55 VFK registered?

YG55 VFK is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 2 February 2006.

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