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AV06 FHU

2006 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,042 mi
Last recorded79,042 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 525103,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 FHU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 79,042 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 71,908 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 64,243 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 59,774 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 59,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 56,359 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 56,359 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 50,885 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2010 40,728 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 36,358 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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AV06 FHU is a 2006 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV06 FHU, 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 AV06 FHU?

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What year was AV06 FHU registered?

AV06 FHU is a 2006 BMW 525, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is AV06 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 FHU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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