CarVerify

Free Car Check

AK06 GGF

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

209,229 mi
Last recorded209,229 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 GGF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 209,229 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both n/s tyres worn close to legal limit 2mm

Pass 12 Feb 2020 120,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 103,989 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 95,779 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 85,118 miles

near side front tyre coming up to wear markers

object on mirror

Fail 19 Dec 2016 85,118 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

near side front tyre coming up to wear markers

object on mirror

Pass 30 Dec 2015 71,790 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 71,790 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 67,033 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)

front wipers smear, advise

Pass 22 Mar 2012 64,027 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 64,027 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 60,227 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 52,364 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 40,534 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 40,534 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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
Full BMW 525 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AK06 GGF is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK06 GGF, 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 AK06 GGF?

You can check the full history of AK06 GGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AK06 GGF registered?

AK06 GGF is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is AK06 GGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK06 GGF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK06 GGF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AK06 GGF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.