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K3 LRR

1999 BMW 523

Black Lpg 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,980 mi
Last recorded164,980 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 523117,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 LRR
MakeBMW
Model523
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2014 164,980 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 164,980 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 161,767 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 158,147 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

surface corrosion on the rear metal brake pipes

Fail 18 Jul 2012 158,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

surface corrosion on the rear metal brake pipes

Pass 29 Jul 2011 153,166 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 153,166 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 148,251 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 140,943 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Nov 2007 112,589 miles

slight play in nearside front steering arm inner ball joint

Pass 10 Nov 2006 944,449 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 94,449 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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K3 LRR is a 1999 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,494cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K3 LRR, 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 K3 LRR?

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What year was K3 LRR registered?

K3 LRR is a 1999 BMW 523, first registered on 25 October 1999.

Is K3 LRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 LRR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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