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FY11 GDX

2011 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

106,251 mi
Last recorded106,251 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52360,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY11 GDX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 106,251 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 106,251 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 101,638 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 95,121 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play tca (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play tca (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 86,595 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 80,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 73,797 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 65,027 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 58,262 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 52,128 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 May 2016 45,541 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 44,218 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 36,471 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 26,406 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 26,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FY11 GDX is a 2011 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 60,835 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 FY11 GDX, 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 15 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY11 GDX?

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What year was FY11 GDX registered?

FY11 GDX is a 2011 BMW 523, first registered on 7 March 2011.

Is FY11 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY11 GDX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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