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LD58 UTG

2008 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,791 mi
Last recorded41,791 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 UTG
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 41,791 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 39,783 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 35,309 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 35,308 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2022 31,197 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 27,938 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

outstanding manufacturers safety recall

Pass 20 Nov 2020 27,131 miles

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

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

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

outstanding manufacturers safety recall

Pass 21 Nov 2019 26,786 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 25,422 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 25,422 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits intermittent erratic RPM (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 25,418 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 24,556 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 21,770 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2015 16,488 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 13,451 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 10,500 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 7,882 miles

items removed from w/screen prior to test.

Pass 23 Nov 2011 6,347 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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LD58 UTG is a 2008 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,494cc 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 LD58 UTG, 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

How do I check the history of LD58 UTG?

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What year was LD58 UTG registered?

LD58 UTG is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is LD58 UTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD58 UTG 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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