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AF56 LJE

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,343 mi
Last recorded171,343 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 LJE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 171,343 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 171,333 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 161,211 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 161,156 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 137,716 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 136,662 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 135,446 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 133,632 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 130,973 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 127,735 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 124,207 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 120,240 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2013 115,581 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)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 108,533 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 100,910 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 100,712 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 81,521 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 62,035 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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AF56 LJE is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AF56 LJE, 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 AF56 LJE registered?

AF56 LJE is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is AF56 LJE safe to buy?

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