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KS05 DSO

2005 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

110,458 mi
Last recorded110,458 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 DSO
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 110,458 miles

Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 104,006 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 99,987 miles

Engine cover and under-Tray cover fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper damaged dent

Offside Front Headlight lens slightly cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 90,432 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 25 Oct 2019 90,432 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect refit bulb correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 81,218 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 71,700 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 65,925 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 65,925 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 58,990 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 54,864 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 51,198 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 45,858 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 40,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 34,519 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 29,903 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 23,059 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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KS05 DSO is a 2005 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KS05 DSO, 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 KS05 DSO?

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What year was KS05 DSO registered?

KS05 DSO is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is KS05 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 DSO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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