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YE56 YAA

2006 BMW 523

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209,987 mi
Last recorded209,987 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 YAA
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2019 209,987 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed a pillar (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front door bent

Offside Front wing damage

Oil leak, but not excessive bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 199,116 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 178,325 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 162,057 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 11 Nov 2015 142,698 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 121,780 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 101,247 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 77,970 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 56,300 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 36,760 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 18,090 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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YE56 YAA is a 2006 BMW 523 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YE56 YAA, 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 YE56 YAA registered?

YE56 YAA is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is YE56 YAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE56 YAA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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