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OUI 7798

2000 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

162,761 mi
Last recorded162,761 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 7798
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2013 162,761 miles

o/s & n/s front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2012 156,976 miles

n/s rear tyre just on 2mm

Pass 31 Jan 2011 151,583 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 151,514 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 142,562 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 131,477 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 122,361 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 115,519 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 115,519 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

traction control warning lamp on

Pass 4 Apr 2006 100,758 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 100,758 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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OUI 7798 is a 2000 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 111,598 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 OUI 7798, 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 26 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 OUI 7798?

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What year was OUI 7798 registered?

OUI 7798 is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is OUI 7798 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 7798 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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