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YD08 VGG

2008 BMW 523

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

181,710 mi
Last recorded181,710 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW 52374,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 VGG
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 181,710 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2023 171,300 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2023 171,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 155,105 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 142,365 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 135,202 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 132,330 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake warning light on

Pass 26 Jun 2017 125,577 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 125,577 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 115,840 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)

both rear outer cv boots

Fail 1 Feb 2016 115,840 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

both rear outer cv boots

Pass 1 Apr 2014 95,671 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 81,565 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 73,679 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 55,832 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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YD08 VGG is a 2008 BMW 523 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YD08 VGG, 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 YD08 VGG registered?

YD08 VGG is a 2008 BMW 523, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is YD08 VGG safe to buy?

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