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BK55 TKD

2005 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,037 mi
Last recorded111,037 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 TKD
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2016 111,037 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 105,423 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 103,623 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 102,925 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 93,093 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 89,071 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 70,941 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 60,186 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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BK55 TKD is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 84,459 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 BK55 TKD, 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 21 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 BK55 TKD registered?

BK55 TKD is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is BK55 TKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 TKD shows 8 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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