MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
101,419 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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)
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)
How Reliable is the BMW 523?
Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SF05 YAA is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SF05 YAA, 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 SF05 YAA?
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What year was SF05 YAA registered?
SF05 YAA is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 28 March 2005.
Is SF05 YAA safe to buy?
The MOT history for SF05 YAA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SF05 YAA have outstanding finance?
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