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MW56 XGU

2007 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,055 mi
Last recorded105,055 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW56 XGU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 105,055 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2024 105,013 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 100,984 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2022 95,707 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 89,458 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 85,351 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 74,010 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 74,000 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 60,468 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 52,122 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2016 40,678 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 40,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 36,435 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 31,316 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 27,132 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 23,479 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 19,788 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 16,863 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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MW56 XGU is a 2007 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,912 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 MW56 XGU, 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 19 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 MW56 XGU?

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What year was MW56 XGU registered?

MW56 XGU is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 16 February 2007.

Is MW56 XGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW56 XGU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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