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AG06 ZMU

2006 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

129,975 mi
Last recorded129,975 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG06 ZMU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 129,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 123,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

sill covers and under shields fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2023 116,066 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 111,786 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2021 107,907 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2020 104,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2019 100,032 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 95,850 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 90,681 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 84,430 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both x2 (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 76,571 miles

under trays fitted covers on floors

Pass 10 Dec 2014 70,674 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 56,851 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 56,851 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 43,776 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,014 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 32,133 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 25,718 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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AG06 ZMU is a 2006 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 82,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AG06 ZMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AG06 ZMU?

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What year was AG06 ZMU registered?

AG06 ZMU is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is AG06 ZMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG06 ZMU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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