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LS05 OTY

2005 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,434 mi
Last recorded148,434 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 OTY
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 148,434 miles

bad oil leak from engine.

Pass 23 Jun 2016 133,371 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Jun 2016 132,848 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Jun 2015 113,673 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2014 102,367 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 102,365 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 93,086 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 86,761 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2011 81,032 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 72,556 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 60,918 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 48,492 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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LS05 OTY is a 2005 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LS05 OTY, 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 LS05 OTY?

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What year was LS05 OTY registered?

LS05 OTY is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is LS05 OTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 OTY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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