MOT Status
ValidMileage
169,908 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the BMW 523?
Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W89 SLF is a 2000 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.
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 W89 SLF, 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 W89 SLF?
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What year was W89 SLF registered?
W89 SLF is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 27 June 2000.
Is W89 SLF safe to buy?
The MOT history for W89 SLF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does W89 SLF have outstanding finance?
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