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DN08 ZTU

2008 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

126,088 mi
Last recorded126,088 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 ZTU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 126,088 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 126,088 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 98,575 miles

Both rear tyre valve stems cracking/perishing.

Front wiper blades leave smears on screen.

Fail 27 Feb 2016 98,113 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Both rear tyre valve stems cracking/perishing.

Front wiper blades leave smears on screen.

Pass 3 Mar 2015 81,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 71,245 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 58,096 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 45,342 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 34,197 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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DN08 ZTU is a 2008 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 74,006 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 DN08 ZTU, 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 18 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 DN08 ZTU registered?

DN08 ZTU is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is DN08 ZTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 ZTU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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