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ML58 OAD

2008 BMW 523

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,504 mi
Last recorded60,504 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML58 OAD
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2013 60,504 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 42,697 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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ML58 OAD is a 2008 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ML58 OAD, 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 ML58 OAD?

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What year was ML58 OAD registered?

ML58 OAD is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is ML58 OAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML58 OAD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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