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DY53 KJV

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

83,630 mi
Last recorded83,630 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 KJV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2024 83,630 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 76,092 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 63,133 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 51,005 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 50,104 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 48,793 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 46,649 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 46,623 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 43,974 miles

some corrosion of nearside and offside rear brake pipes.

Pass 7 Nov 2016 41,092 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION OF NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE PIPES.

Pass 11 Nov 2015 37,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 35,180 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 32,100 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 29,229 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 26,086 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 23,850 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 21,660 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 18,261 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 15,264 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 10,454 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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DY53 KJV is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DY53 KJV, 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 DY53 KJV?

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What year was DY53 KJV registered?

DY53 KJV is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is DY53 KJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 KJV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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