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MNZ 7183

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,732 mi
Last recorded157,732 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNZ 7183
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 157,732 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 144,614 miles

VEHICLE PRESENTED FOR TEST AS LPG

Pass 1 May 2018 134,565 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2018 134,556 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2017 124,731 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 124,731 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 119,947 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 119,883 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 16 May 2015 109,140 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 100,996 miles

nearside head light purple colour

Pass 28 May 2013 147,617 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 81,274 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 39,878 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 32,504 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 22,501 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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MNZ 7183 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 MNZ 7183, 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 MNZ 7183?

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What year was MNZ 7183 registered?

MNZ 7183 is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is MNZ 7183 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNZ 7183 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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