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S3 ECV

2021 BMW 520

Grey Electric diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,689 mi
Last recorded76,689 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 ECV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric diesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 76,689 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 67,892 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 123,780 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 123,780 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2024 54,744 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2024 117,808 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2023 112,188 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 106,719 miles

Rear Both rear shocker sleeves detached

Rear diff mount split

Fail 28 Apr 2022 106,718 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear diff mount split

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Both rear shocker sleeves detached

Pass 13 May 2021 99,083 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 71,167 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

rear diff leaking

Pass 24 Apr 2019 54,328 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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S3 ECV is a 2021 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,993cc electric diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S3 ECV, 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 5 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S3 ECV registered?

S3 ECV is a 2021 BMW 520, first registered on 20 May 2021.

Is S3 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 ECV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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