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V94 EGC

1999 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,756 mi
Last recorded102,756 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW 523117,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV94 EGC
MakeBMW
Model523
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 102,756 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 100,584 miles

Top and bottom engine cover fitted

Fail 17 Aug 2017 100,584 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Top and bottom engine cover fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 98,237 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 25 Aug 2016 98,237 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2015 95,717 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside and nearside Fuel Tank straps corroded.

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2015 95,717 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front Tyre has splits on inner sidewall and wearing on outer tread.

Offside and nearside Fuel Tank straps corroded.

Offside rear Tyre wearing slightly on inner tread.

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2014 91,571 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front Tyre wearing slightly on outer tread.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 88,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2012 83,551 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2012 83,551 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2011 79,992 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 79,992 miles

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

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 74,902 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 74,902 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 69,433 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 63,781 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 63,781 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 60,002 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 60,002 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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V94 EGC is a 1999 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V94 EGC, 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

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What year was V94 EGC registered?

V94 EGC is a 1999 BMW 523, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V94 EGC safe to buy?

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