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KG03 VXR

2003 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,628 mi
Last recorded91,628 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 VXR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 91,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Apr 2019 91,628 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 87,946 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,443 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 84,442 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 80,648 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 80,648 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/55/zr16 - Nail in tyre (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 77,014 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 72,952 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 68,685 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 64,569 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 60,852 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 56,298 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 51,988 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 47,735 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 42,554 miles

unevenly worn front tyres.

Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,596 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes

Fail 6 Apr 2006 32,586 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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KG03 VXR is a 2003 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KG03 VXR, 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 KG03 VXR registered?

KG03 VXR is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is KG03 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG03 VXR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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