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RK03 TVL

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

132,996 mi
Last recorded132,996 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 TVL
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 132,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 132,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 119,514 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 119,514 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid water pipe came of jet (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 107,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 103,970 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and slightly perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 103,964 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and slightly perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 100,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 94,110 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 81,338 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 80,802 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 77,281 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 73,027 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)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 69,260 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 69,260 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 65,728 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 65,652 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 60,619 miles

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

both side front brake discs inner sides worn.

drivers door mirror glass becoming poor.

front inner brake pads getting low.

Pass 29 Mar 2010 55,770 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 51,862 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 44,319 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 36,536 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 28,191 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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RK03 TVL is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RK03 TVL, 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 RK03 TVL?

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What year was RK03 TVL registered?

RK03 TVL is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is RK03 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK03 TVL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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