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KP56 AFO

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

84,216 mi
Last recorded84,216 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 AFO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 84,216 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 83,742 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Front both front headlights misted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 83,051 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 82,381 miles

Nearside Rear bumper reflector damaged

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 80,647 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 78,475 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 77,180 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 74,579 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 73,628 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 73,263 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 72,300 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 70,378 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 63,753 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 55,427 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 47,176 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 40,610 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 34,396 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 27,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 27,621 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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KP56 AFO is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KP56 AFO, 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 KP56 AFO?

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What year was KP56 AFO registered?

KP56 AFO is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is KP56 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP56 AFO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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