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NG03 NFJ

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,851 mi
Last recorded83,851 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG03 NFJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 83,851 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 81,614 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive under gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 81,614 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive under gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 79,527 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 77,617 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 77,617 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 74,465 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 72,574 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 72,569 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 72,569 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 61,559 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 54,926 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 54,926 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 46,097 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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NG03 NFJ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NG03 NFJ, 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 NG03 NFJ registered?

NG03 NFJ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is NG03 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG03 NFJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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