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ExpiredMileage
124,260 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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C8 XRB is a 1997 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1997 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 121,619 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 C8 XRB, 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 29 years old, this BMW 523 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of C8 XRB?
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What year was C8 XRB registered?
C8 XRB is a 1997 BMW 523, first registered on 16 May 1997.
Is C8 XRB safe to buy?
The MOT history for C8 XRB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C8 XRB have outstanding finance?
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