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EK03 VFN

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

128,195 mi
Last recorded128,195 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 VFN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 128,195 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2013 115,844 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2013 115,567 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine oil low

Pass 22 May 2012 106,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2011 99,980 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 99,980 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 90,618 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 90,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2009 80,992 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 73,451 miles

rear brake pads look low

tinted windows

Fail 26 Apr 2008 73,419 miles

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

rear brake pads look low

tinted windows

Pass 23 Apr 2007 66,088 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 58,886 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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EK03 VFN is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK03 VFN, 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 EK03 VFN registered?

EK03 VFN is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is EK03 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 VFN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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