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ME17 DZS

2017 BMW 523

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,100 mi
Last recorded35,100 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationME17 DZS
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2025 35,100 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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ME17 DZS is a 2017 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 ME17 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 9 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 ME17 DZS?

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What year was ME17 DZS registered?

ME17 DZS is a 2017 BMW 523, first registered on 29 August 2017.

Is ME17 DZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for ME17 DZS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ME17 DZS have outstanding finance?

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