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YG06 VAE

2006 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,074 mi
Last recorded187,074 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 52382,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 VAE
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 187,074 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 187,071 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 185,571 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 185,571 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 183,443 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 182,916 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 182,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 180,274 miles

engine x under covers fitted / mirrors / washer jets / wiper blades slight smear / o/s/f brake pipe corroding

slight corrosion on front discs / rear discs corroding / slight twist on n/s/r flexi hose / spare tyre needs replacing

Fail 31 Jul 2018 180,274 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine x under covers fitted / mirrors / washer jets / wiper blades slight smear / o/s/f brake pipe corroding

slight corrosion on front discs / rear discs corroding / slight twist on n/s/r flexi hose / spare tyre needs replacing

Pass 31 Aug 2017 170,062 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 170,062 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 151,181 miles

engine x under covers fitted / slight corrosion on rear discs

n/s/f fog inop / front tyres starting to wear on outer edges /

Fail 31 Aug 2016 151,181 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

engine x under covers fitted / slight corrosion on rear discs

n/s/f fog inop / front tyres starting to wear on outer edges /

Pass 3 Sep 2015 127,500 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 127,500 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure brake ware sensing wire. (1.9.2a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 97,826 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 127,926 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 73,642 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 66,548 miles

both rear tyres approx 3mm tread remaining

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 4 Mar 2010 60,320 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 47,115 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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YG06 VAE is a 2006 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YG06 VAE, 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 YG06 VAE registered?

YG06 VAE is a 2006 BMW 523, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is YG06 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG06 VAE shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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