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NC56 HTO

2006 BMW 523

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,132 mi
Last recorded121,132 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC56 HTO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 121,132 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 117,435 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2016 117,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 105,927 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner sidewall

Fail 17 Jun 2015 105,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner sidewall

o/s/r tyre has cut on sidewall

Pass 1 May 2014 88,584 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 70,878 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 53,247 miles

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

front suspension arm bushes sift

Pass 16 May 2011 42,618 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 38,667 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 27,223 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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NC56 HTO is a 2006 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NC56 HTO, 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 NC56 HTO registered?

NC56 HTO is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is NC56 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC56 HTO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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