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CK52 XYF

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

180,994 mi
Last recorded180,994 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK52 XYF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 180,994 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 180,943 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both D (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 176,958 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 172,425 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 167,487 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 154,202 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 132,843 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 128,888 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 128,885 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 121,325 miles

front brake pads appear low

front discs lipped

Pass 19 Dec 2008 113,468 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 107,043 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 100,292 miles

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

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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CK52 XYF is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CK52 XYF, 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.

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What year was CK52 XYF registered?

CK52 XYF is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is CK52 XYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK52 XYF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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