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LD58 VEW

2008 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

164,161 mi
Last recorded164,161 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 VEW
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 164,161 miles

ENGINE HUNTING AT IDLE

ENGINE LIGHT INTERMITTENT

Pass 16 Nov 2023 153,211 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 138,516 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 129,768 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 120,707 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 120,685 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2019 113,739 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 104,424 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 96,249 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 89,036 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 82,257 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 72,591 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 61,048 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 52,353 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 46,272 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 VEW is a 2008 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VEW, 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 LD58 VEW registered?

LD58 VEW is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is LD58 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD58 VEW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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