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SJ09 XFG

2009 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,307 mi
Last recorded129,307 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 BMW 52369,332 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ09 XFG
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2021 129,307 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 126,787 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess both n/s and o/s (5.3.5 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal starting to crack

Fail 20 Feb 2020 126,787 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess both n/s and o/s (5.3.5 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal starting to crack

Pass 12 Feb 2019 121,759 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Feb 2018 116,207 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Feb 2017 107,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 105,470 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 97,255 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 96,762 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 87,266 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 72,140 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Feb 2013 72,127 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 57,674 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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SJ09 XFG is a 2009 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,332 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 SJ09 XFG, 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 17 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ09 XFG registered?

SJ09 XFG is a 2009 BMW 523, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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