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PN55 UXV

2005 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,269 mi
Last recorded83,269 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 UXV
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 83,269 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 68,755 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2021 68,754 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 68,569 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

several rear suspension bushes worn-will require attention in future.

Pass 6 Aug 2019 65,043 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 58,426 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 53,541 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 49,207 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 43,246 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 39,965 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 37,868 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,759 miles

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

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

plastic outer sill covers fitted unable to carry full inspection

plastic undershields fited beneath vehicle unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 23 Feb 2011 33,112 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 30,619 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 23,589 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 23,565 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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PN55 UXV is a 2005 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PN55 UXV, 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 PN55 UXV?

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What year was PN55 UXV registered?

PN55 UXV is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is PN55 UXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN55 UXV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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