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LO08 FZN

2008 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,050 mi
Last recorded148,050 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 FZN
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 148,050 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 131,010 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 113,094 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 92,975 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 74,210 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 53,457 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 53,449 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 27,912 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2011 4,338 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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LO08 FZN is a 2008 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LO08 FZN, 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 LO08 FZN?

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What year was LO08 FZN registered?

LO08 FZN is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is LO08 FZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 FZN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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