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YG55 UTE

2005 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

112,721 mi
Last recorded112,721 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 52384,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 UTE
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 112,721 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 109,020 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 104,670 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2023 104,670 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 99,931 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 31 Oct 2022 99,931 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2022 99,928 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under tary fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2021 93,455 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 86,533 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 76,895 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 76,859 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 72,893 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2018 72,893 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2017 68,555 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 62,994 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 62,994 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 56,957 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 51,436 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 45,665 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 45,665 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 41,141 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 36,499 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 31,919 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 26,010 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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YG55 UTE is a 2005 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 84,459 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG55 UTE, 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 21 years old, this BMW 523 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG55 UTE registered?

YG55 UTE is a 2005 BMW 523, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is YG55 UTE safe to buy?

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