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RJ55 FLP

2005 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,038 mi
Last recorded146,038 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 FLP
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 146,038 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 139,425 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 135,603 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 128,855 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 121,024 miles

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

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 15 Sep 2014 114,020 miles

Both rear tyres cracking within the tread

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

Offside rear tyre wearing slightly on the inside edge

Pass 16 Sep 2013 109,990 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 106,260 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 102,976 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 95,215 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 85,121 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r brake pads low but above 1.6 mm

o/s/r brake pads low but above 1.6 mm

Pass 26 Sep 2008 67,501 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 67,501 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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RJ55 FLP is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RJ55 FLP, 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 RJ55 FLP?

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What year was RJ55 FLP registered?

RJ55 FLP is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RJ55 FLP safe to buy?

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