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TB02 HAY

2008 BMW 523

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,105 mi
Last recorded99,105 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTB02 HAY
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 99,105 miles

Brake pad warning light on but pads good

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 91,289 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 69,202 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 69,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 56,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 49,147 miles

under carriage fitted with plastic protection guard unable to full inspect brake pipes etc

Pass 12 Oct 2011 35,607 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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TB02 HAY is a 2008 BMW 523 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TB02 HAY, 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 TB02 HAY?

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What year was TB02 HAY registered?

TB02 HAY is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is TB02 HAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for TB02 HAY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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