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YP06 ZMX

2006 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

159,767 mi
Last recorded159,767 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP06 ZMX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 159,767 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 152,947 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 152,943 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 144,747 miles

Nearside Inner Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 144,747 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 122,825 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 122,814 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 113,476 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 101,065 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 90,815 miles

Both Front Tyre's,Tread Area Is Starting To Split (225/50 R17 94W Runflat).

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 78,011 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 78,011 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre tread area is starting to split.

Pass 22 May 2009 68,864 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 68,864 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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YP06 ZMX is a 2006 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP06 ZMX, 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 YP06 ZMX registered?

YP06 ZMX is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 12 June 2006.

Is YP06 ZMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP06 ZMX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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