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LN05 GJX

2005 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,579 mi
Last recorded107,579 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 GJX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 107,579 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 106,080 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes coroded at mounting clips (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 103,768 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 103,766 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 100,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 97,444 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 97,394 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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LN05 GJX is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LN05 GJX, 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 LN05 GJX?

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What year was LN05 GJX registered?

LN05 GJX is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LN05 GJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 GJX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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