2006 BMW 525 3.0L Diesel · YB06 CSF
2006 BMW 525 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 122,410 miles. MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 525
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,410 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YB06 CSF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2026
- 122,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YB06 CSF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW 525 (YB06 CSF) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 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: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Central Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”.
YB06 CSF Mileage History
- 12/06/2024110,941 mi
- 20/05/2025117,101 mi+6,160 mi
- 23/05/2025117,101 mi
- 14/05/2026122,402 mi+5,301 mi
- 19/05/2026122,410 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 5,932 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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