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X131 UHH

2000 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,971 mi
Last recorded68,971 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX131 UHH
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 68,971 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 65,443 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 61,097 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 61,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 56,498 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 53,763 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 50,239 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 50,239 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 46,654 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 42,472 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 38,534 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,574 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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X131 UHH is a 2000 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X131 UHH, 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 X131 UHH?

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What year was X131 UHH registered?

X131 UHH is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 26 September 2000.

Is X131 UHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X131 UHH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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