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DY03 VMX

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,144 mi
Last recorded95,144 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 VMX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 95,144 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 89,968 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 89,968 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents 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 3 May 2012 84,104 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 77,886 miles

front tyres wearing inner edges

nearside rear tyre has small area down to 2.5 mm

Pass 6 May 2010 71,396 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 64,707 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 57,524 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 47,543 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 40,254 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 40,215 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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DY03 VMX is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DY03 VMX, 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 DY03 VMX?

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What year was DY03 VMX registered?

DY03 VMX is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DY03 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 VMX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY03 VMX have outstanding finance?

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