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EX56 JVD

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,939 mi
Last recorded88,939 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 JVD
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 88,939 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both wearing on inner edge with slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 86,276 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 80,122 miles

Coolant leak signs of a coolant leak

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 75,074 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2023 75,074 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 74,996 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 63,576 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 63,576 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 57,628 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 53,144 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 48,286 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 42,872 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,048 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 27,133 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 22,118 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 20,475 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 19,200 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 17,546 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 16,070 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 16,070 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 14,435 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 11,629 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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EX56 JVD is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EX56 JVD, 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 EX56 JVD registered?

EX56 JVD is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is EX56 JVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 JVD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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