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AP56 HCF

2006 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,167 mi
Last recorded100,167 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 HCF
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2019 100,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 79,971 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 74,536 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)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 66,650 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 60,436 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 55,877 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 50,127 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 42,815 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 36,188 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 26,447 miles

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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AP56 HCF is a 2006 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AP56 HCF, 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

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What year was AP56 HCF registered?

AP56 HCF is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is AP56 HCF safe to buy?

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