2005 BMW 523 2.5L Petrol · LK55 RBY
2005 BMW 523 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 16 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 131,817 miles. MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 523
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,817 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LK55 RBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2025
- 131,817 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LK55 RBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 523 (LK55 RBY) between November 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LK55 RBY Mileage History
- 13/11/2021111,452 mi
- 11/01/2023115,985 mi+4,533 mi
- 06/03/2024124,757 mi+8,772 mi
- 18/10/2024127,035 mi+2,278 mi
- 18/12/2025131,817 mi+4,782 mi
Average of roughly 4,972 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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