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LK53 YGE

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,067 mi
Last recorded111,067 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 YGE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2017 111,067 miles

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

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 May 2016 103,735 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 96,438 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

surface corrosion on all brake pipes

Pass 9 Jun 2014 87,189 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 79,836 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 71,329 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 64,169 miles

Nearside rear inner position lamp inoperative

Rear registration plate loose but secure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LK53 YGE is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LK53 YGE, 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 LK53 YGE registered?

LK53 YGE is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LK53 YGE safe to buy?

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