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RG03 ENJ

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

90,868 mi
Last recorded90,868 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG03 ENJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 90,868 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 85,070 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 81,078 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 75,809 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 71,420 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 63,428 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 56,913 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 49,607 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 42,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 42,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Feb 2009 34,955 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 29,867 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 25,481 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 25,481 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 19,395 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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RG03 ENJ 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 86.7%.

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 RG03 ENJ, 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 RG03 ENJ registered?

RG03 ENJ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is RG03 ENJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG03 ENJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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