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SO06 JXJ

2006 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,464 mi
Last recorded60,464 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO06 JXJ
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 60,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 59,392 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 58,012 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 58,012 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 56,594 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))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 55,283 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 54,443 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 53,632 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake wear sensor insecure

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 52,322 miles

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

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

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

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

UNDERSIDE COVERS FITTED

Pass 31 Mar 2018 44,936 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 34,029 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 33,623 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 32,710 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 32,112 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 29,783 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 27,095 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 78,062 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 21,973 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 18,233 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 14,611 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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SO06 JXJ is a 2006 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SO06 JXJ, 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 SO06 JXJ registered?

SO06 JXJ is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 21 June 2006.

Is SO06 JXJ safe to buy?

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