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V63 KNP

2000 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,017 mi
Last recorded162,017 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV63 KNP
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 162,017 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2017 162,017 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both sides adjusted OK (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 148,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jan 2016 147,626 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust up (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 132,234 miles

Oil leak

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 7 Jan 2014 116,726 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 107,692 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 97,293 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 86,036 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 73,935 miles

N/S/R seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted.

Pass 7 Jan 2009 60,493 miles

slight brake im/balance on front

windscreen damage

Pass 16 Jan 2008 48,730 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 37,462 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 27,176 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 27,176 miles

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

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

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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V63 KNP is a 2000 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V63 KNP, 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 V63 KNP registered?

V63 KNP is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V63 KNP safe to buy?

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