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LF08 YWW

2008 BMW 523

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,501 mi
Last recorded28,501 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2011
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 YWW
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2011 28,501 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 28,501 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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LF08 YWW is a 2008 BMW 523 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF08 YWW, 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 LF08 YWW?

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What year was LF08 YWW registered?

LF08 YWW is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LF08 YWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 YWW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF08 YWW have outstanding finance?

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