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MJ53 VEW

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,872 mi
Last recorded68,872 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 VEW
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 68,872 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak Minor ()

Fail 1 Nov 2017 68,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak Minor ()

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 64,959 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 60,510 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 56,883 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 56,102 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 53,879 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 50,632 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 46,957 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 42,089 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 37,492 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 32,054 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 32,054 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 24,650 miles

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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MJ53 VEW is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MJ53 VEW, 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 MJ53 VEW registered?

MJ53 VEW is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is MJ53 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ53 VEW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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