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KL53 CFF

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,550 mi
Last recorded170,550 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 CFF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 170,550 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2018
Fail 31 Aug 2018 157,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 147,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 141,496 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 130,244 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 122,996 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 110,703 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 110,703 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 98,343 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 80,971 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 70,988 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 70,968 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 60,938 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 60,937 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 48,768 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 39,960 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 26,267 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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KL53 CFF is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver 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 KL53 CFF, 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 KL53 CFF registered?

KL53 CFF is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is KL53 CFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 CFF 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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