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MW53 TWP

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,986 mi
Last recorded105,986 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2008
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 TWP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2008 105,986 miles

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

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

exhaust backbox mounting bracket broken.

Pass 19 Dec 2007 86,885 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 86,885 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 61,398 miles

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

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

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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MW53 TWP is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MW53 TWP, 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 MW53 TWP?

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What year was MW53 TWP registered?

MW53 TWP is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is MW53 TWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW53 TWP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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