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X394 XPL

2000 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,655 mi
Last recorded125,655 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX394 XPL
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2015 125,655 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 125,655 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 118,686 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 115,187 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 111,720 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 109,591 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 104,692 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 95,724 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 87,892 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 72,368 miles

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

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

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

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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X394 XPL is a 2000 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X394 XPL, 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 X394 XPL?

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What year was X394 XPL registered?

X394 XPL is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is X394 XPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X394 XPL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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