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S33 DSX

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,574 mi
Last recorded132,574 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS33 DSX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 132,574 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 131,095 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 121,397 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 121,396 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 115,911 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 115,911 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 110,068 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 104,162 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 97,255 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 89,105 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 81,030 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 81,030 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 72,029 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 72,019 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 61,322 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 38,942 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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S33 DSX is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 S33 DSX, 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 S33 DSX?

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What year was S33 DSX registered?

S33 DSX is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is S33 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S33 DSX shows 16 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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