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EJ56 RMV

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,407 mi
Last recorded96,407 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 RMV
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 96,407 miles

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

slight oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2013 87,525 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 69,879 miles

Front Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 8 Dec 2010 56,213 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 56,213 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 40,216 miles

fron t tyres are wearing in and out,

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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EJ56 RMV is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EJ56 RMV, 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 EJ56 RMV?

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What year was EJ56 RMV registered?

EJ56 RMV is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is EJ56 RMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ56 RMV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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