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V271 JKR

2000 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

129,793 mi
Last recorded129,793 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV271 JKR
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 129,793 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2021 129,793 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 126,674 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 123,592 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 123,592 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 118,163 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 113,025 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 105,639 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 98,304 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 90,712 miles

child seat fitted to o/s/r seatbelt not checked

Pass 19 Sep 2013 82,374 miles

o/s/headlight deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2012 74,288 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 66,521 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 59,671 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 58,984 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 58,065 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 55,948 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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V271 JKR is a 2000 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 V271 JKR, 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

How do I check the history of V271 JKR?

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What year was V271 JKR registered?

V271 JKR is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V271 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V271 JKR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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