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HF-GC1955

1999 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

295,183 mi
Last recorded295,183 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 523117,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF-GC1955
MakeBMW
Model523
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 295,183 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2014 295,183 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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HF-GC1955 is a 1999 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 117,158 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 HF-GC1955, 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 27 years old, this BMW 523 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF-GC1955?

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What year was HF-GC1955 registered?

HF-GC1955 is a 1999 BMW 523, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is HF-GC1955 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF-GC1955 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF-GC1955 have outstanding finance?

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