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HV05 WXE

2005 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,583 mi
Last recorded64,583 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 WXE
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2017 64,583 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 63,258 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 61,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 58,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 54,347 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)

Pass 5 May 2012 49,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2011 45,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2010 41,790 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 39,059 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 35,697 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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HV05 WXE is a 2005 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV05 WXE, 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 HV05 WXE?

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What year was HV05 WXE registered?

HV05 WXE is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is HV05 WXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV05 WXE shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV05 WXE have outstanding finance?

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