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FJZ 7750

2003 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

70,332 mi
Last recorded70,332 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJZ 7750
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 70,332 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 62,201 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S/R parking brake weak. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded edges on disc. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 61,183 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear all round. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. On limit. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021
Fail 23 Jun 2021

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2019 60,385 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2019 60,385 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 60,159 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 59,804 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 59,804 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH SIDES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 59,448 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 59,448 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 58,979 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 58,979 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 58,173 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2013 58,173 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 57,507 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 56,512 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 56,512 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 49,494 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 49,494 miles

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive 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)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 40,459 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 32,785 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 29,095 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 25,067 miles

Seconery bonnet catch sticking

Pass 28 Nov 2006 25,053 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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FJZ 7750 is a 2003 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 FJZ 7750, 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 FJZ 7750 registered?

FJZ 7750 is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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