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ML06 PUX

2006 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,634 mi
Last recorded138,634 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML06 PUX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 138,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 133,045 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 124,957 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 118,880 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2011 99,804 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 78,551 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 59,752 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 59,752 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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ML06 PUX is a 2006 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ML06 PUX, 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 ML06 PUX?

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What year was ML06 PUX registered?

ML06 PUX is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is ML06 PUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML06 PUX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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