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LS03 HHB

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,609 mi
Last recorded91,609 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 HHB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2021 91,609 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 88,891 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 84,721 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 80,121 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 May 2016 75,807 miles

oil leak

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 11 May 2015 71,559 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 68,022 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 63,618 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear diff has slight leak

Pass 14 May 2012 59,031 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 53,858 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 47,494 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2009 39,597 miles

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)

Pass 14 May 2008 34,330 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 28,885 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 21,731 miles

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

wipers slight smearing.

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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LS03 HHB 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 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 LS03 HHB, 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 LS03 HHB registered?

LS03 HHB is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is LS03 HHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 HHB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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