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YH06 BVL

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,234 mi
Last recorded65,234 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH06 BVL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 65,234 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 65,234 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 63,634 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 62,238 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 58,489 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 55,615 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 1 Apr 2017 53,495 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 48,780 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 44,837 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 40,503 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 35,588 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,776 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 27,369 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 22,707 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 17,670 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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YH06 BVL is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YH06 BVL, 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 YH06 BVL registered?

YH06 BVL is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is YH06 BVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH06 BVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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