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FH53 VYE

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,742 mi
Last recorded99,742 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 VYE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 99,742 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 85,661 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 78,882 miles

Nearside WIPER HAS SLIGHT SPLIT

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 73,900 miles

offside front and both rear tyres are cracking

Pass 2 Jan 2015 70,901 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 67,429 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 62,316 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 60,190 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 57,047 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 53,495 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 53,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2008 46,285 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 38,102 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 35,236 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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FH53 VYE is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FH53 VYE, 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 FH53 VYE?

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What year was FH53 VYE registered?

FH53 VYE is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is FH53 VYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 VYE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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