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YL06 CYK

2006 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

175,874 mi
Last recorded175,874 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL06 CYK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 175,874 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 160,461 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 145,892 miles

Offside Front wheel has large flat spot to rim

Fail 17 Dec 2015 145,203 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' crcked though centre of swept area (8.3.1d)

Offside Front wheel has large flat spot to rim

Pass 15 Dec 2014 127,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 113,661 miles

inspection of underside restricted by plastic covers.

Fail 3 Jan 2014 113,661 miles

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

inspection of underside restricted by plastic covers.

Pass 13 Dec 2012 98,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 87,386 miles

emissions too low to register on smoke meter.

nearside rear tyre worn on limit and nail in tread:- recommend new.

offside rear tyre tread very low on extreme inner edge.

Pass 15 Apr 2010 74,732 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 70,537 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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YL06 CYK is a 2006 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YL06 CYK, 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 YL06 CYK registered?

YL06 CYK is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 3 August 2006.

Is YL06 CYK safe to buy?

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