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BN56 LZL

2006 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,796 mi
Last recorded132,796 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 LZL
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 132,796 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 128,309 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 123,157 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 123,147 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 118,622 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 118,362 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 111,335 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 103,951 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 96,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 96,229 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 84,818 miles

Nearside Front 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 18 Sep 2012 77,494 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2011 65,315 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 44,428 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 31,445 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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BN56 LZL is a 2006 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN56 LZL, 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 BN56 LZL?

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What year was BN56 LZL registered?

BN56 LZL is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is BN56 LZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 LZL shows 15 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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