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FE53 ZHM

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,690 mi
Last recorded118,690 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 ZHM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 118,690 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 118,309 miles

hand brake just passed limits

Pass 1 Jun 2015 117,942 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 117,248 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 117,243 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 117,215 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper insecure

rear air suspension warning light on,rear air suspension air bag unit perished nearside & offside

Pass 18 Feb 2013 105,495 miles

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

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

air suspension warning light on

front tyres worn on inner edge

offside rear tyres perished cracks in side walls

Fail 15 Feb 2013 105,495 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

air suspension warning light on

corrosion rear suspension air bag centres

front tyres worn on inner edge

offside rear tyres perished cracks in side walls

Pass 16 Jan 2012 88,477 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 87,858 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 85,601 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 83,165 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 80,993 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 70,706 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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FE53 ZHM is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FE53 ZHM, 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 FE53 ZHM?

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What year was FE53 ZHM registered?

FE53 ZHM is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is FE53 ZHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 ZHM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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