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MM04 BDO

2006 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,815 mi
Last recorded161,815 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM04 BDO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 161,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 156,614 miles

Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front & Rear / Offside & Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both ( Offside & Nearside ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both ( Offside & Nearside ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 148,860 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 142,281 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 142,280 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2019 138,000 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 129,801 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 121,557 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 109,603 miles

engine covers/under trays /sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2015 109,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine covers/under trays /sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2014 95,023 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 91,036 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 81,724 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 69,464 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 55,991 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 41,688 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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MM04 BDO is a 2006 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MM04 BDO, 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 MM04 BDO registered?

MM04 BDO is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 18 November 2006.

Is MM04 BDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM04 BDO shows 16 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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