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WM18 HYZ

2018 BMW 523

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,968 mi
Last recorded63,968 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM18 HYZ
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 63,968 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 63,964 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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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WM18 HYZ is a 2018 BMW 523 in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WM18 HYZ, 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 8 years old, this BMW 523 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM18 HYZ registered?

WM18 HYZ is a 2018 BMW 523, first registered on 1 May 2018.

Is WM18 HYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM18 HYZ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WM18 HYZ have outstanding finance?

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