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LM52 CZS

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,001 mi
Last recorded153,001 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 CZS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 153,001 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 147,635 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 147,635 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 141,474 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 133,728 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 123,633 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 118,925 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 110,366 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 110,366 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 99,145 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 99,144 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 84,566 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 71,860 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 58,329 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 144,176 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LM52 CZS is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LM52 CZS, 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 LM52 CZS registered?

LM52 CZS is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is LM52 CZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 CZS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM52 CZS have outstanding finance?

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