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G882 VPG

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

250,853 mi
Last recorded250,853 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG882 VPG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 250,853 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 244,707 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2017 244,427 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Both rear coil springs corroded

Long handbrake travel

Oil leak

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2016 215,741 miles

oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2015 193,033 miles

Differential pinion oil seal leaking

Engine oil leak

Fail 1 Dec 2015 192,020 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Differential pinion oil seal leaking

Engine oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2014 170,876 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 145,218 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 145,218 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

N/S & O/S Rear wheel bearings leaking grease

Pass 8 Dec 2012 119,347 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 119,347 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 89,217 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 82,881 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 74,703 miles

servo hose deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2008 65,207 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 59,830 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 53,295 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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G882 VPG is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 G882 VPG, 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 G882 VPG registered?

G882 VPG is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is G882 VPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G882 VPG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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