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MA09 DZS

2009 BMW 523

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

95,661 mi
Last recorded95,661 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 52369,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA09 DZS
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 95,661 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 95,661 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 90,918 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 81,547 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 71,793 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 65,368 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 59,436 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 53,744 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 43,718 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 30,989 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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MA09 DZS is a 2009 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2009 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,332 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 MA09 DZS, 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 17 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 MA09 DZS?

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What year was MA09 DZS registered?

MA09 DZS is a 2009 BMW 523, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is MA09 DZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA09 DZS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MA09 DZS have outstanding finance?

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