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NL06 CFO

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

151,305 mi
Last recorded151,305 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL06 CFO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 151,305 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers fitted obscuring view of some components in engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring view of some under body components

Fail 12 Aug 2017 151,273 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

engine covers fitted obscuring view of some components in engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring view of some under body components

Pass 28 Jul 2016 145,171 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers fitted obscuring view of some components in the engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring view of some under body components

Pass 18 Jul 2015 138,341 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 131,836 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 131,513 miles

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

dash showing reverse light fault

rear discs slightly warped

Pass 16 Jul 2012 128,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2011 110,711 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)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 886,611 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 886,611 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 66,920 miles

The main brake pipes are covered by plastic shields and sections of the main brake pipe could not be inspected.

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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NL06 CFO is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol 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 NL06 CFO, 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 NL06 CFO?

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What year was NL06 CFO registered?

NL06 CFO is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is NL06 CFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL06 CFO 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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