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V148 GTM

2000 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,517 mi
Last recorded162,517 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV148 GTM
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 162,517 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 153,342 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 131,385 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 119,011 miles

both rear tyres near legal limit

Pass 26 Oct 2006 116,277 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 116,277 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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V148 GTM is a 2000 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 111,598 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 V148 GTM, 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 26 years old, this BMW 523 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V148 GTM registered?

V148 GTM is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 7 February 2000.

Is V148 GTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V148 GTM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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