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X117 CCB

2000 BMW 523

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,219 mi
Last recorded131,219 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX117 CCB
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 131,219 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 126,769 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 121,217 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 116,788 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 115,233 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 110,090 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 106,970 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 97,435 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 94,128 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 94,128 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 89,862 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 89,339 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 86,717 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 83,911 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 81,343 miles

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

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

small crack in n/s/r tyre but not showing cords.

Pass 13 Jul 2011 78,027 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 73,936 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 69,299 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 62,886 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 62,886 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 55,102 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2006 52,081 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 52,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear near side tyre worn on edges

Pass 7 Sep 2005 45,001 miles

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

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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X117 CCB is a 2000 BMW 523 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X117 CCB, 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 X117 CCB?

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What year was X117 CCB registered?

X117 CCB is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X117 CCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X117 CCB shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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