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PF55 BAA

2005 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

137,991 mi
Last recorded137,991 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF55 BAA
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 137,991 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 133,573 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 133,065 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 127,559 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 120,397 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 115,736 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 111,236 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 106,387 miles

engine and floor covers ftd which obscure some checkable items

Fail 31 May 2016 106,387 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine and floor covers ftd which obscure some checkable items

Pass 27 May 2015 98,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 May 2014 92,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 82,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 73,495 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 May 2012 73,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2011 62,887 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 62,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2010 51,870 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 48,205 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 36,295 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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PF55 BAA is a 2005 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 84,459 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 PF55 BAA, 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 21 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PF55 BAA?

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What year was PF55 BAA registered?

PF55 BAA is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is PF55 BAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF55 BAA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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