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EN03 UWP

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,796 mi
Last recorded101,796 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 UWP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2018 101,796 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 92,130 miles

Both rear sill sections starting to corrode

Front wipers smear slightly

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

Slight oil leak to engine

Pass 25 May 2016 82,100 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 71,856 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 60,642 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 54,836 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 49,622 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 44,073 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 35,815 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 28,549 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 19,443 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 14,579 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 10,542 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 UWP 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 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 UWP, 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 EN03 UWP?

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What year was EN03 UWP registered?

EN03 UWP is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is EN03 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN03 UWP shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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