MOT Stats
Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 523 : 2009
BMW 523 2009
Tests: 99
Pass rate: 76.77%
Most common fail reasons
| # | Reason | Fail code | Category | % |
| 1 | Suspension joint dust cover missing or ineffective. | 5.3.4(b)(ii) | Major | 35% |
| 2 | Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction. | 8.2.1.2(h) | Major | 26% |
| 3 | Electrical wiring insecure. | 4.11(a)(ii) | Major | 13% |
| 4 | Brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. | 1.1.13(a)(ii) | Dangerous | 13% |
| 5 | Headlamp aim outwith limits. | 4.1.2(a) | Major | 13% |
| 6 | Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. | 8.2.1.2(a) | Major | 9% |
| 7 | Position lamp missing or inoperative. | 4.2.1(a)(ii) | Major | 9% |
| 8 | Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn. | 5.3.4(a)(i) | Major | 9% |
| 9 | Tyre with a lump, bulge or tear. | 5.2.3(d)(ii) | Dangerous | 9% |
| 10 | Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly. | 1.1.6(a) | Major | 4% |
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024
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