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YK56 SYY

2006 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,536 mi
Last recorded107,536 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 SYY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 107,536 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 105,328 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 101,840 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 97,797 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 93,542 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 88,256 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 84,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Sep 2013 76,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

full lower engine/gearbox & underfloor covers fitted.

Pass 10 Sep 2013 76,388 miles

full lower engine/gearbox & underfloor covers fitted.

Pass 10 Sep 2012 64,442 miles

full lower engine cover fitted.

side floor covers fitted.

Fail 10 Sep 2012 64,442 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

full lower engine cover fitted.

side floor covers fitted.

Pass 13 Sep 2011 51,769 miles

full lower engine/gearbox & side floor covers fitted.

Pass 26 Aug 2010 39,852 miles

handbrake working slower on n/s/r.

vehicle fitted with full engine/box & full length floor covers.

Pass 22 Aug 2009 28,765 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 28,765 miles

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

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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YK56 SYY is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK56 SYY, 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 YK56 SYY registered?

YK56 SYY is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is YK56 SYY safe to buy?

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