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CX53 NDU

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,321 mi
Last recorded138,321 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 NDU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 138,321 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear both metal pipes to front of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 138,321 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear both metal pipes to front of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 130,076 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 125,656 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 119,715 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 119,703 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 7 May 2015 108,885 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 108,864 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 98,142 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 86,978 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 76,505 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 68,807 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 58,878 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 58,867 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 50,398 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 41,900 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 40,616 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 36,697 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 36,697 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 36,693 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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CX53 NDU is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 CX53 NDU, 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 CX53 NDU?

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What year was CX53 NDU registered?

CX53 NDU is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is CX53 NDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 NDU shows 20 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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