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YF56 WRL

2007 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,820 mi
Last recorded127,820 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 WRL
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 127,820 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 127,820 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 117,001 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 23 Jun 2016 108,648 miles

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

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Jul 2015 108,306 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 108,306 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 104,632 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 95,922 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 88,116 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 80,485 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

all windows apart from windscreen are tinted

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 3 May 2011 80,481 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all windows apart from windscreen are tinted

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Jan 2010 59,625 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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YF56 WRL is a 2007 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,912 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 YF56 WRL, 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 19 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 YF56 WRL registered?

YF56 WRL is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 25 January 2007.

Is YF56 WRL safe to buy?

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