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BP52 SYG

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,705 mi
Last recorded102,705 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 SYG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 102,705 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 100,687 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2022 100,683 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 98,089 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 95,822 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 93,419 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 91,207 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 88,950 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 88,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 86,894 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 81,534 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 75,377 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 67,112 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 67,111 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2012 59,746 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 54,265 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 48,539 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 43,670 miles

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 4 Nov 2008 37,811 miles

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 23 Oct 2007 33,280 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 28,543 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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BP52 SYG is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BP52 SYG, 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 BP52 SYG registered?

BP52 SYG is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is BP52 SYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP52 SYG shows 21 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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