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PK57 BYV

2007 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,459 mi
Last recorded103,459 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 52376,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK57 BYV
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 103,459 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2021 103,459 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 99,499 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 99,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 93,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 225/50/17 ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 89,287 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 84,940 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened OSF + NSF (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Outer edge of tyre wearing bald

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 78,857 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 71,746 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 62,649 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

osf tyre worn eneven on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2013 52,684 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,321 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 35,734 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 30,498 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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PK57 BYV is a 2007 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,912 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 PK57 BYV, 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 19 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 PK57 BYV?

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What year was PK57 BYV registered?

PK57 BYV is a 2007 BMW 523, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is PK57 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK57 BYV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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