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BT53 CAO

2003 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,523 mi
Last recorded106,523 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 CAO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 106,523 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 104,979 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 100,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 95,237 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 90,892 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges and close to limit

Pass 8 Nov 2016 86,700 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 82,733 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 77,820 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Fail 3 Nov 2014 77,690 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 1 Nov 2013 73,278 miles

most major components cannot be tested as vehicle is fitted wit undertray.

Pass 2 Nov 2012 70,143 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 67,183 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 63,572 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 63,558 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 59,555 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 56,444 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 52,660 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 48,977 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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BT53 CAO is a 2003 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT53 CAO, 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

How do I check the history of BT53 CAO?

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What year was BT53 CAO registered?

BT53 CAO is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is BT53 CAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 CAO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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