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LM03 RVU

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,580 mi
Last recorded99,580 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 RVU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2011 99,580 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 92,976 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 80,226 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 69,755 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 59,949 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 43,613 miles

brake pad warning light on dash on but all brake pads ok (wiring fault ?)

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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LM03 RVU is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 LM03 RVU, 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

How do I check the history of LM03 RVU?

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What year was LM03 RVU registered?

LM03 RVU is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LM03 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 RVU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM03 RVU have outstanding finance?

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