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LN03 UXD

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,305 mi
Last recorded125,305 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 UXD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 125,305 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2013 123,138 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 122,788 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 122,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 115,499 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 97,348 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 97,279 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2008 97,082 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 83,832 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 83,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 69,903 miles

handbrake travel high

rear discs corroded

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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LN03 UXD 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 63.6%.

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 LN03 UXD, 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 LN03 UXD?

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What year was LN03 UXD registered?

LN03 UXD is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is LN03 UXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 UXD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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