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GF08 OAV

2008 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,535 mi
Last recorded140,535 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 OAV
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 140,535 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 135,358 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 128,768 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 128,442 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 120,536 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 112,977 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 107,484 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 94,331 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 83,482 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 77,161 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 10 May 2017 77,161 miles

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2016 75,348 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 70,386 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 67,143 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 63,201 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 59,677 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 59,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2011 57,360 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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GF08 OAV 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 83.3%.

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 GF08 OAV, 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 GF08 OAV registered?

GF08 OAV is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is GF08 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 OAV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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