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GJ56 HBZ

2006 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

104,188 mi
Last recorded104,188 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 HBZ
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 104,188 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 94,369 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2024 94,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2023 92,944 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn low inner edge

both rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 30 Dec 2022 90,547 miles

both rear metal brake pipes and brake pipe across axle starting to corrode n/s/f anti roll bar link gaiter small hole

Pass 6 Jan 2022 89,018 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 87,160 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 85,508 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 78,496 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 78,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 67,512 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Aug 2016 60,680 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 57,715 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 52,952 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 49,656 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 42,774 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,937 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 32,981 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 26,591 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 26,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre worn to 1.6 mm legal limit

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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GJ56 HBZ is a 2006 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GJ56 HBZ, 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 GJ56 HBZ?

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What year was GJ56 HBZ registered?

GJ56 HBZ is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is GJ56 HBZ safe to buy?

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