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CU03 CSZ

2003 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

41,731 mi
Last recorded41,731 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 CSZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 41,731 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 40,639 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 39,100 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 38,201 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 35,488 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 26,970 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 22,385 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 22,385 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 22,249 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 21,665 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 21,273 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 20,582 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,659 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 18,369 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 17,350 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 16,305 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,725 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,693 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 14,693 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2009 14,305 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 12,573 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 10,725 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,546 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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CU03 CSZ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 CU03 CSZ, 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 CU03 CSZ registered?

CU03 CSZ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is CU03 CSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 CSZ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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