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NR04 XFF

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,252 mi
Last recorded123,252 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR04 XFF
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 123,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 123,252 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2022 118,932 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 108,854 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 108,854 miles

Rear Halfshaft securing bolt loose both inner sides (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 102,312 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 93,361 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 85,995 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 73,545 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 65,259 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 58,945 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 54,110 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside/nearside front tyre cracking

Pass 7 Mar 2013 47,349 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 41,329 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 35,700 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 27,628 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,090 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 20,059 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)

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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NR04 XFF is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NR04 XFF, 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 NR04 XFF?

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What year was NR04 XFF registered?

NR04 XFF is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is NR04 XFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NR04 XFF 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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