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V971 KEU

2000 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

221,184 mi
Last recorded221,184 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2006
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV971 KEU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2006 221,184 miles

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

Front Headlight Outer Covers Becoming Dirty

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 206,807 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in steering rack

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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V971 KEU is a 2000 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V971 KEU, 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 V971 KEU?

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What year was V971 KEU registered?

V971 KEU is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 11 January 2000.

Is V971 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V971 KEU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V971 KEU have outstanding finance?

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