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MCA 80

2020 BMW 523

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,911 mi
Last recorded34,911 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCA 80
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2026 34,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2026 32,328 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 22,939 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All inner faces front and rear slightly corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 15,290 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 10,236 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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MCA 80 is a 2020 BMW 523 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MCA 80, 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 6 years old, this BMW 523 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCA 80?

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What year was MCA 80 registered?

MCA 80 is a 2020 BMW 523, first registered on 12 March 2020.

Is MCA 80 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCA 80 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCA 80 have outstanding finance?

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