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SV08 KWP

2008 BMW 523

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,274 mi
Last recorded102,274 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 KWP
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 102,274 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 102,274 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 101,185 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2021 94,833 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2020 85,507 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 84,767 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front under tray fitted

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 78,789 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 18 Oct 2018 78,781 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 19 Oct 2017 74,841 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 69,270 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Rear both hub carrier showing sign of dampness

Pass 20 Oct 2015 62,204 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 61,492 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2014 56,157 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 50,513 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 45,266 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 45,250 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 41,216 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)

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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SV08 KWP is a 2008 BMW 523 in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SV08 KWP, 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 SV08 KWP registered?

SV08 KWP is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 25 August 2008.

Is SV08 KWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 KWP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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