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BK53 AAO

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,621 mi
Last recorded150,621 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 AAO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 150,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear driveshaft outer coupling to rear hub grease around inner part of hub area

Fail 17 May 2014 150,563 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear driveshaft outer coupling to rear hub grease around inner part of hub area

Pass 17 May 2013 127,311 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2012 102,674 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 149,161 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 83,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 76,490 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 61,704 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 56,592 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 44,573 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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BK53 AAO is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 84,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK53 AAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK53 AAO registered?

BK53 AAO is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BK53 AAO safe to buy?

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