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PX08 ZDM

2008 BMW 523

Bronze Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

159,727 mi
Last recorded159,727 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 ZDM
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 159,727 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 153,606 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 142,514 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 129,461 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 115,557 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 106,731 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 97,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 83,193 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 83,193 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 70,041 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 53,833 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,679 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 24,088 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 23,120 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 19,666 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 15,861 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 11,894 miles

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

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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PX08 ZDM is a 2008 BMW 523 in Bronze with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PX08 ZDM, 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 PX08 ZDM registered?

PX08 ZDM is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is PX08 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 ZDM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PX08 ZDM have outstanding finance?

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