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AE55 ZFF

2006 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,132 mi
Last recorded59,132 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2011
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 ZFF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2011 59,132 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 49,132 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 49,132 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 28,927 miles

front no-plate sl;ightly insecure

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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AE55 ZFF is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE55 ZFF, 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

How do I check the history of AE55 ZFF?

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What year was AE55 ZFF registered?

AE55 ZFF is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is AE55 ZFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 ZFF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE55 ZFF have outstanding finance?

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