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GL58 EUN

2008 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,876 mi
Last recorded91,876 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL58 EUN
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 91,876 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 88,251 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 85,355 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 85,318 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/R17 94W HANKOOK (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 78,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 71,220 miles

Central Rear seat belt not tested webbing trapped behind seat back rest

Pass 15 Dec 2016 64,770 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 58,297 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 50,961 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 42,532 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 35,000 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 25,675 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 25,117 miles

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

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

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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GL58 EUN is a 2008 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GL58 EUN, 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 GL58 EUN registered?

GL58 EUN is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is GL58 EUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL58 EUN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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