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AO23 UKZ

2023 BMW 5 Series

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,768 mi
Last recorded72,768 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2023 BMW 5 Series34,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO23 UKZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2023
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 72,768 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 72,768 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AO23 UKZ is a 2023 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2023 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 34,479 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 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO23 UKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 3 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO23 UKZ registered?

AO23 UKZ is a 2023 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 March 2023.

Is AO23 UKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO23 UKZ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO23 UKZ have outstanding finance?

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