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MV55 WPU

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,262 mi
Last recorded105,262 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 WPU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 105,262 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 95,161 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 95,161 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 88,388 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2023 80,880 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 80,880 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 74,972 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 72,981 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 71,302 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 68,813 miles

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 20 Jan 2018 66,168 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 64,021 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 61,752 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 54,179 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 48,792 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 42,649 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 37,373 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 30,828 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 25,156 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 18,710 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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MV55 WPU is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MV55 WPU, 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 MV55 WPU registered?

MV55 WPU is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is MV55 WPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 WPU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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