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GL53 FVT

2003 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,401 mi
Last recorded73,401 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 FVT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 73,401 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 70,111 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 65,897 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 65,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 61,119 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 57,682 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 53,893 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 48,608 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 48,608 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 43,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 39,870 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 36,369 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 32,328 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 28,762 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 23,707 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 18,324 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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GL53 FVT is a 2003 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL53 FVT, 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 GL53 FVT registered?

GL53 FVT is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is GL53 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 FVT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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