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PJ56 WCM

2006 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

127,578 mi
Last recorded127,578 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 WCM
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 127,578 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 194,913 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 166,932 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 150,384 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 86,257 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 25 Nov 2016 79,347 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 72,963 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 64,618 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 56,489 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 50,738 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 44,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 44,321 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 37,395 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 30,399 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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PJ56 WCM is a 2006 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PJ56 WCM, 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 PJ56 WCM registered?

PJ56 WCM is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is PJ56 WCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ56 WCM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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