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MT58 AUX

2008 BMW 523

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,537 mi
Last recorded121,537 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT58 AUX
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 121,537 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 117,394 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 105,637 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 102,232 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 97,329 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 89,072 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 76,694 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 66,001 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 54,145 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 54,145 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,326 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 28,359 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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MT58 AUX is a 2008 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MT58 AUX, 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 MT58 AUX?

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What year was MT58 AUX registered?

MT58 AUX is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is MT58 AUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT58 AUX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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