The road tax status for RF56 EWY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RF56 EWY?

The MOT for RF56 EWY is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RF56 EWY?

The recorded mileage for RF56 EWY is 245,900 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RF56 EWY ULEZ compliant?

No, RF56 EWY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2006 BMW 525 2.5L Diesel · RF56 EWY

RF56 EWY

2006 BMW 525 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 07/12/2006. Recorded mileage 245,900 miles. MOT valid until 03/05/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 525
Year / Origin: 2006 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 03/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 245,900 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 245,900 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2006
Engine: 2497cc

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RF56 EWY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2026
245,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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RF56 EWY Mileage History

10/04/2024233,193 mi
18/04/2025236,621 mi+3,428 mi
23/04/2025236,623 mi+2 mi
28/04/2026245,898 mi+9,275 mi
05/05/2026245,900 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 6,147 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RF56 EWY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 01:39

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW 525 (RF56 EWY) between April 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 05 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.

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