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V587 FBJ

1999 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,412 mi
Last recorded140,412 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 BMW 523117,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV587 FBJ
MakeBMW
Model523
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 140,412 miles

Front brake discs has some corrosion on inner side

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear hand brake low

Nearside Rear hand brake lower

Rear brake discs has some corrosion /inner side

Pass 14 Jun 2015 130,248 miles

slight corrosion to front brake discs on inner side

Pass 14 Jun 2014 119,543 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 108,637 miles

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

rear / front tyres slightly worn

Pass 13 Jun 2012 93,655 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 85,085 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

oil leak slightly

Pass 14 Jun 2011 85,085 miles

oil leak slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2010 72,592 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 64,652 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 63,313 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 63,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

e.m.l on

n/s outer sill damaged

o/s/f indicator faded

Pass 14 Nov 2006 58,996 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 55,824 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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V587 FBJ is a 1999 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 117,158 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 V587 FBJ, 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 27 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 V587 FBJ?

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What year was V587 FBJ registered?

V587 FBJ is a 1999 BMW 523, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V587 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V587 FBJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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