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MA07 BMU

2007 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,989 mi
Last recorded122,989 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA07 BMU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 122,989 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Nov 2012 113,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 113,471 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 93,684 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake fluid change overdue.

o/s aim adjusted

Pass 10 Apr 2010 64,085 miles

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

plastic type panels to underside not allowing full inspection

rear brake pads low

Fail 10 Apr 2010 64,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

plastic type panels to underside not allowing full inspection

rear brake pads low

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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MA07 BMU is a 2007 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,912 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 MA07 BMU, 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 19 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 MA07 BMU?

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What year was MA07 BMU registered?

MA07 BMU is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is MA07 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA07 BMU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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