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YK06 SNV

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,660 mi
Last recorded149,660 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK06 SNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 149,660 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 142,032 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 133,319 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 125,160 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 108,902 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 108,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 93,631 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 77,234 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 58,191 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 56,200 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2014 54,072 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Feb 2012 49,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Feb 2012 49,457 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jan 2011 47,406 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 44,901 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 44,899 miles

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

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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YK06 SNV is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YK06 SNV, 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 YK06 SNV registered?

YK06 SNV is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is YK06 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK06 SNV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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