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LN55 VDX

2005 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

110,133 mi
Last recorded110,133 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 VDX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 110,133 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front windscreen chipped

Fail 6 May 2026 110,097 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner seal/ jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 107,212 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced At jacking point on sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 107,212 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced At jacking point on sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 102,745 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone B chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 102,745 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone B chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 100,271 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 95,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 25 Jun 2020 86,949 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 74,698 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 71,503 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 71,503 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 68,139 miles

Nearside Front 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 23 Jun 2016 63,831 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 58,133 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 53,004 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 49,595 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

Pass 20 Feb 2012 43,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Feb 2011 38,969 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 38,969 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

baby seats fitted to rear seats.pass and advise

Pass 18 Feb 2010 31,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Oct 2008 22,309 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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LN55 VDX is a 2005 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LN55 VDX, 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 LN55 VDX?

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What year was LN55 VDX registered?

LN55 VDX is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LN55 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 VDX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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