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BX53 OCB

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,375 mi
Last recorded71,375 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2008
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 OCB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2008 71,375 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 17 Jul 2008 71,375 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 57,793 miles

REAR TYRES ON 2MM 245/45/ZR17 95Y

Pass 25 Jul 2006 43,071 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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BX53 OCB is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BX53 OCB, 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 BX53 OCB registered?

BX53 OCB is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is BX53 OCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 OCB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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