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LT55 VEV

2005 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,475 mi
Last recorded64,475 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 VEV
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 64,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 51,665 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 50,035 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 47,770 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 45,142 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 45,141 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 43,489 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 41,478 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 38,666 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 34,457 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 32,255 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 27,231 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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LT55 VEV is a 2005 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LT55 VEV, 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 LT55 VEV?

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What year was LT55 VEV registered?

LT55 VEV is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is LT55 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 VEV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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