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PF62 XVS

2011 BMW 523

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,406 mi
Last recorded158,406 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 BMW 52360,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF62 XVS
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 158,406 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 138,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 114,549 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

headlamps misty

Pass 28 Jun 2023 95,089 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 78,170 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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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PF62 XVS is a 2011 BMW 523 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 60,835 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 PF62 XVS, 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 15 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 PF62 XVS?

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What year was PF62 XVS registered?

PF62 XVS is a 2011 BMW 523, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is PF62 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF62 XVS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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