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WF55 YNG

2005 BMW 523

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,902 mi
Last recorded86,902 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 YNG
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2011 86,902 miles

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

both rear tyres on minimum limit

Pass 5 Feb 2010 76,566 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 66,287 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 65,266 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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WF55 YNG is a 2005 BMW 523 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 WF55 YNG, 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 WF55 YNG?

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What year was WF55 YNG registered?

WF55 YNG is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is WF55 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF55 YNG shows 4 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 WF55 YNG have outstanding finance?

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