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RX54 YYV

2004 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,842 mi
Last recorded146,842 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 52386,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 YYV
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 146,842 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 146,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering component components slightly misaligned SERPERT BELT AND PULLEY . (2.1.5 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 137,912 miles

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Fail 14 Sep 2019 137,879 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Pass 2 Feb 2017 135,627 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 132,050 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 128,573 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 123,901 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 115,425 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front and rear brake pads wearing thin

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing low

offside handbrake hanging on slightly

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2011 103,795 miles

handbrake requires adjusting

Pass 26 Nov 2010 83,128 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 62,123 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 39,492 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 17,651 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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RX54 YYV is a 2004 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 86,320 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 RX54 YYV, 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 22 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 RX54 YYV?

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What year was RX54 YYV registered?

RX54 YYV is a 2004 BMW 523, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is RX54 YYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 YYV 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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