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P220 BCX

1997 BMW 523

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

219,793 mi
Last recorded219,793 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW 523121,619 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 BCX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2021 219,793 miles

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor 1x patch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low both n/s and o/s too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner floor 1x patch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner floor x2 patches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid pipe to back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 218,972 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 217,914 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 215,903 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 213,965 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 210,675 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 206,586 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 200,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 193,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 187,630 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 180,942 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 175,686 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 168,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 164,853 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 159,672 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 152,273 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2006 152,273 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 128,484 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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P220 BCX is a 1997 BMW 523 in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 121,619 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 P220 BCX, 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 29 years old, this BMW 523 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P220 BCX registered?

P220 BCX is a 1997 BMW 523, first registered on 10 January 1997.

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