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KU53 ZNJ

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,279 mi
Last recorded155,279 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 ZNJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 155,279 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2011 141,741 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 141,741 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 126,271 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 126,271 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 112,139 miles

Oil leak

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

slight knocking heard when road testing,on front of vehicle

Fail 3 Sep 2009 112,139 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 92,311 miles

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

noise from offside rear wheel bearing area,whilst driving,no movement,or roughness felt during test.

Pass 28 Aug 2007 71,974 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 71,974 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 55,727 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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KU53 ZNJ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU53 ZNJ, 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 KU53 ZNJ registered?

KU53 ZNJ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is KU53 ZNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 ZNJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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