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LM52 JYB

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,259 mi
Last recorded197,259 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 JYB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 197,259 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2016 195,379 miles

nearside parking brake just met requiments

Pass 7 Feb 2015 193,232 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 191,559 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 191,554 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 187,901 miles

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

both rear tyres wear on inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn

Pass 21 Jan 2012 182,397 miles

front and rear brake pads approx 70% worn

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Jan 2012 182,397 miles

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

front and rear brake pads approx 70% worn

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2011 176,426 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner shoulder

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 156,593 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 156,593 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 136,971 miles

center brake light not working

Pass 31 Jan 2008 118,165 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 94,918 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 71,135 miles

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

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

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

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 JYB is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc 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 JYB, 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 LM52 JYB?

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What year was LM52 JYB registered?

LM52 JYB is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is LM52 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 JYB 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.

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