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LM09 LEJ

2009 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,916 mi
Last recorded42,916 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 2009 BMW 52369,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 LEJ
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 42,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2013 42,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 41,902 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2012 31,809 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LM09 LEJ is a 2009 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,332 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 LM09 LEJ, 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 17 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 LM09 LEJ?

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What year was LM09 LEJ registered?

LM09 LEJ is a 2009 BMW 523, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is LM09 LEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM09 LEJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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