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FL08 RFF

2008 BMW 523

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,932 mi
Last recorded152,932 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 RFF
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 152,932 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 149,248 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 149,248 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 140,169 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 133,374 miles

power steering resevoir damp

Pass 1 Jul 2017 126,224 miles

travel in parking brake.

Fail 1 Jul 2017 126,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

travel in parking brake.

Pass 26 Jun 2016 119,507 miles

hand brake lever is slightkey high

Pass 5 Jul 2015 114,524 miles

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

hand brake leaver slightley high

Pass 5 Jul 2014 107,929 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 104,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2012 100,226 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 94,613 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 93,658 miles

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

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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FL08 RFF is a 2008 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FL08 RFF, 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 FL08 RFF registered?

FL08 RFF is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FL08 RFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 RFF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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