MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
133,198 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
airbag warning light on
slight play in steering rack
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
all tyres worn on edges
damage to bodywork
slight play in offside rear lower swinging arm mounting bush
small hole in nearside rack gaiter
How Reliable is the BMW 523?
Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N581 HLU is a 1996 BMW 523 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1996 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 123,198 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 N581 HLU, 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 30 years old, this BMW 523 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of N581 HLU?
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What year was N581 HLU registered?
N581 HLU is a 1996 BMW 523, first registered on 18 April 1996.
Is N581 HLU safe to buy?
The MOT history for N581 HLU shows 2 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 N581 HLU have outstanding finance?
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