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VK05 MYW

2005 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

122,954 mi
Last recorded122,954 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 MYW
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 122,954 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ferrules & hoses deteriorated (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Fail 16 Oct 2021 122,954 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ferrules & hoses deteriorated (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays/covers fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2020 120,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 115,711 miles

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

sills covered with side skirts undertray fitted.

Pass 9 Mar 2018 112,713 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front, both rear. (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 108,671 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 95,781 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2016 95,776 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 90,772 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 86,172 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 78,195 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 78,195 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 69,865 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 60,096 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 60,096 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 52,049 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 52,017 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 40,503 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 30,322 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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VK05 MYW is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 84,459 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 VK05 MYW, 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 21 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VK05 MYW?

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What year was VK05 MYW registered?

VK05 MYW is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is VK05 MYW safe to buy?

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