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SJ55 WXT

2005 BMW 523

Grey Lpg 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

216,125 mi
Last recorded216,125 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 WXT
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 216,125 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 214,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 202,694 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded nsr and osr and nsf and osf (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 119,449 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes at flexys, also unable to inspect others due to undertray (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 103,203 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 90,230 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 27 Jan 2015 90,225 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 78,089 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 78,087 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)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 105,670 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2012 51,872 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 48,687 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 40,979 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 30,363 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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SJ55 WXT is a 2005 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,494cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SJ55 WXT, 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

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What year was SJ55 WXT registered?

SJ55 WXT is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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