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BJ57 NDE

2007 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,164 mi
Last recorded177,164 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 NDE
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 177,164 miles

just pass emissions

park brake just pass at18%

Pass 29 Jan 2022 172,392 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 172,392 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 167,817 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 166,590 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Feb 2020 166,585 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 163,477 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 159,906 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 159,847 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 148,848 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 136,448 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 130,815 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 127,018 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 127,011 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 121,833 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 111,007 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 111,007 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 82,601 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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BJ57 NDE is a 2007 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ57 NDE, 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 BJ57 NDE registered?

BJ57 NDE is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 13 October 2007.

Is BJ57 NDE safe to buy?

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