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PJ55 PXS

2006 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,948 mi
Last recorded120,948 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 PXS
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 120,948 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2017 120,533 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated both (2.4.D.1a)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 103,573 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 93,240 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 93,216 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 85,366 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 81,289 miles

tyre warning lamp indicates a fault

Fail 16 May 2013 81,289 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

tyre warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 21 Feb 2012 74,239 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 68,178 miles

corrosion to brake discs

Pass 22 Dec 2009 62,574 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 51,071 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)

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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PJ55 PXS is a 2006 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ55 PXS, 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 PJ55 PXS registered?

PJ55 PXS is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is PJ55 PXS safe to buy?

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