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HK56 UGT

2007 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

196,993 mi
Last recorded196,993 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK56 UGT
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 196,993 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet staying catch defective (3.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2025 196,991 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm link dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet staying catch defective (3.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 115,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2023 107,668 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 96,736 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 91,529 miles

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

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

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

bonnet gas struts are weak

Fail 26 Jan 2021 91,529 miles

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

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

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

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

bonnet gas struts are weak

Pass 1 Feb 2020 89,040 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 83,017 miles

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

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 25 Jan 2018 79,866 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 74,747 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit balding on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit balding on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 66,790 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 63,959 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 59,668 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 55,481 miles

both front down to 1.6 & 2.0mm on edges

rear tyres down to 2mm in centre

Pass 19 Jan 2012 49,639 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 41,597 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 31,585 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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HK56 UGT is a 2007 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,912 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 HK56 UGT, 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 19 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 HK56 UGT registered?

HK56 UGT is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 27 January 2007.

Is HK56 UGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK56 UGT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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