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E3 XSM

1997 BMW 523

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW 523121,619 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 XSM
MakeBMW
Model523
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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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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E3 XSM is a 1997 BMW 523 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 121,619 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 E3 XSM, 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 29 years old, this BMW 523 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E3 XSM registered?

E3 XSM is a 1997 BMW 523, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is E3 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 XSM shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E3 XSM have outstanding finance?

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