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BL03 EYZ

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,668 mi
Last recorded149,668 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 EYZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2021 149,668 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 131,684 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 113,297 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 94,956 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 90,119 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 81,351 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 75,587 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 70,618 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 65,800 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 60,897 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 55,697 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 49,576 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 38,319 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 31,449 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 24,723 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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BL03 EYZ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL03 EYZ, 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 BL03 EYZ registered?

BL03 EYZ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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