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VA57 XDC

2008 BMW 523

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

84,153 mi
Last recorded84,153 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 XDC
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 84,153 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 83,244 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 80,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 77,309 miles

undertray and sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2021 75,125 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 73,431 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 71,404 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just on 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 68,037 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 64,968 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 61,088 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 56,624 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 50,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Dec 2014 50,766 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Dec 2013 45,159 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 45,159 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 40,119 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Dec 2012 40,119 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bag light on

Pass 21 Dec 2011 35,766 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 29,794 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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VA57 XDC is a 2008 BMW 523 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VA57 XDC, 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 VA57 XDC registered?

VA57 XDC is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is VA57 XDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA57 XDC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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