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HW05 AEG

2005 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,270 mi
Last recorded146,270 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 AEG
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 May 2018 146,270 miles

NEARSIDE HEADLAMP DAMAGED BUT STILL SECURE / CORRECT AIM

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 May 2017 139,963 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 132,904 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 126,332 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 118,865 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 112,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 105,595 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 98,697 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 90,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2009 83,219 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 63,801 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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HW05 AEG is a 2005 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 HW05 AEG, 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 HW05 AEG?

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What year was HW05 AEG registered?

HW05 AEG is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is HW05 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 AEG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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