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HK06 BYL

2006 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,443 mi
Last recorded93,443 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK06 BYL
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 93,443 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 84,210 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

under tray fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2019 74,866 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2018 65,099 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 58,008 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 55,470 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 51,686 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 46,657 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 41,157 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2012 35,607 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 28,406 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 21,807 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 21,807 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 15,184 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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HK06 BYL is a 2006 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HK06 BYL, 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 HK06 BYL?

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What year was HK06 BYL registered?

HK06 BYL is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 7 June 2006.

Is HK06 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK06 BYL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK06 BYL have outstanding finance?

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