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AJ06 OEP

2006 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,403 mi
Last recorded155,403 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 OEP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 155,403 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 107,665 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 107,216 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 100,441 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 77,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 72,061 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 68,386 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,979 miles

EMISSIONS LEVELS TOO LOW TO REGISTER ON THE GAS ANALYSER

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

boot liner trim fitted preventing a full inspection of the rear suspension upper mounts

engine undertray fitted

plastic engine covers fitted preventing a full inspection of the under bonnet fuel and brake lines

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted over the majority of the vehicle underside preventing a full inspection of the front to rear fuel and brake lines

rear brake discs wearing

Fail 26 Aug 2010 64,979 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

EMISSIONS LEVELS TOO LOW TO REGISTER ON THE GAS ANALYSER

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

boot liner trim fitted preventing a full inspection of the rear suspension upper mounts

engine undertray fitted

plastic engine covers fitted preventing a full inspection of the under bonnet fuel and brake lines

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted over the majority of the vehicle underside preventing a full inspection of the front to rear fuel and brake lines

rear brake discs wearing

Pass 11 May 2010 99,512 miles

offside rear tyre 2.3mm

Pass 13 May 2009 49,114 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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AJ06 OEP is a 2006 BMW 525 in Grey 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 AJ06 OEP, 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 AJ06 OEP registered?

AJ06 OEP is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is AJ06 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ06 OEP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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