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GS09 TAR

2011 BMW 523

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,480 mi
Last recorded45,480 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2011 BMW 52360,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS09 TAR
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2014 45,480 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)

o/s front tyre slight damage side wall

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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GS09 TAR is a 2011 BMW 523 in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GS09 TAR, 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 GS09 TAR?

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What year was GS09 TAR registered?

GS09 TAR is a 2011 BMW 523, first registered on 8 July 2011.

Is GS09 TAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS09 TAR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GS09 TAR have outstanding finance?

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