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EN03 PPY

2003 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,403 mi
Last recorded154,403 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 PPY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2019 154,403 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 140,665 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 128,466 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 117,342 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 113,554 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 106,255 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 97,847 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 87,387 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2011 79,466 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 72,267 miles

advise o/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2009 66,973 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 59,399 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 50,717 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 37,185 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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EN03 PPY is a 2003 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EN03 PPY, 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 EN03 PPY registered?

EN03 PPY is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is EN03 PPY safe to buy?

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