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KD03 XHY

2003 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,051 mi
Last recorded66,051 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD03 XHY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2011 66,051 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake discs slightly worn

rear number plate slightly deteriated

Fail 2 Jun 2011 66,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake discs slightly worn

rear number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 10 Jun 2010 58,995 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriated

unable to check all of front and rear brake pipes due to there location

unable to check brake master cylinder or reservoir due to its loction

Pass 28 May 2009 51,639 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2008 41,481 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

parking brake slightly stiff to operate

Pass 14 Jun 2007 33,209 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 22,401 miles

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

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

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

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

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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KD03 XHY is a 2003 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KD03 XHY, 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 KD03 XHY registered?

KD03 XHY is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is KD03 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD03 XHY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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