MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
129,895 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
Underneath trays fitted at time of test
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner and outer edges (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (3.5.1g)
Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear pipe marked in yellow chalk (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (3.5.1g)
Underneath trays fitted at time of test
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
Underneath trays fitted at time of test
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Underneath trays fitted at time of test
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges
o/s headlamp slight damage
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HK53 KYB is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 HK53 KYB, 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.
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What year was HK53 KYB registered?
HK53 KYB is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 28 November 2003.
Is HK53 KYB safe to buy?
The MOT history for HK53 KYB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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