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HD03 BYA

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

129,258 mi
Last recorded129,258 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 BYA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 129,258 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2021 129,258 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear upper arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 118,493 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 118,493 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 111,225 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 111,223 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 102,040 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014
Pass 23 Jul 2013 79,521 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2012 66,356 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 66,356 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 51,800 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 45,847 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 39,072 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 33,710 miles

Both Rear Tyres Cracked

NS Wiper End Split

Pass 23 May 2007 27,633 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 20,080 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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HD03 BYA is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HD03 BYA, 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 HD03 BYA registered?

HD03 BYA is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is HD03 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD03 BYA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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