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GF05 HYX

2005 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,955 mi
Last recorded168,955 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 HYX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 168,955 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 147,327 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 128,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens fogged (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens fogged (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2016 115,999 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 98,690 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 82,120 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 82,080 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 67,050 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 53,301 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 41,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front brake disc's worn

Pass 14 May 2010 27,560 miles

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 7 May 2010 27,479 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 8 May 2009 15,662 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,454 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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GF05 HYX is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF05 HYX, 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

How do I check the history of GF05 HYX?

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What year was GF05 HYX registered?

GF05 HYX is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is GF05 HYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 HYX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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