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DY56 HPO

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,395 mi
Last recorded37,395 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2009
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 HPO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2009 37,395 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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DY56 HPO is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 DY56 HPO, 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 DY56 HPO?

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What year was DY56 HPO registered?

DY56 HPO is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is DY56 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 HPO shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY56 HPO have outstanding finance?

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