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LB56 GHF

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

153,743 mi
Last recorded153,743 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 GHF
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 153,743 miles

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

Nearside Front drop link dust cover slightly damage

chip on windscreen

Pass 5 Jan 2019 228,342 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 198,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 112,497 miles

upper windscreen damaged,affecting veiw of skyor hidden behind interior mirror ,drivers veiw

Pass 16 Dec 2015 99,676 miles

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2015 99,676 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both side (1.7.5a)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2014 94,218 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 94,218 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Oct 2013 81,976 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 81,976 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 73,792 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 71,926 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 66,251 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 64,119 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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LB56 GHF is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB56 GHF, 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 LB56 GHF registered?

LB56 GHF is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is LB56 GHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB56 GHF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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