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X782 CBA

2000 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,768 mi
Last recorded126,768 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 523111,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX782 CBA
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2012 126,768 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 125,977 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 125,977 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 122,980 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 117,863 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 113,177 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 104,495 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 99,683 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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X782 CBA is a 2000 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 X782 CBA, 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

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What year was X782 CBA registered?

X782 CBA is a 2000 BMW 523, first registered on 14 September 2000.

Is X782 CBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X782 CBA shows 8 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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