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YR06 EJE

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,997 mi
Last recorded135,997 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 EJE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 135,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2019 218,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 125,343 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 110,852 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 104,051 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 167,295 miles

brakes rear discs corroded

engine oil on min

inside bonnet handle missing

noise from engine area

tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Fail 29 Oct 2014 167,295 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brakes rear discs corroded

engine oil on min

inside bonnet handle missing

noise from engine area

tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 10 Sep 2013 167,218 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 92,814 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 85,781 miles

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread

Pass 1 Apr 2009 71,175 miles

slight play in o/s rack end

tyres low on tread

Pass 26 Feb 2009 70,523 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YR06 EJE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR06 EJE, 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 YR06 EJE registered?

YR06 EJE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is YR06 EJE safe to buy?

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