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EX08 ZNW

2008 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

128,998 mi
Last recorded128,998 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 ZNW
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2025 128,998 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 118,389 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 118,388 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 102,459 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 94,499 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 87,895 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 77,402 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 69,737 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 69,735 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50/17 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 63,299 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 63,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 56,762 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 47,729 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 46,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 46,934 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 44,757 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 42,321 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 38,838 miles

Oil leak

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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EX08 ZNW is a 2008 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EX08 ZNW, 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 EX08 ZNW registered?

EX08 ZNW is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is EX08 ZNW safe to buy?

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