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SB53 VZN

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,334 mi
Last recorded112,334 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 VZN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2025 112,334 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 104,850 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 97,999 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 92,088 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Exhaust front section joint heavily corroded

Oil around engine area

Pipes painted up

Pass 21 Apr 2021 87,154 miles

brake pipes painted up

Pass 18 Apr 2020 84,887 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 81,367 miles

exhaust front pipe bolts heavly corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2018 76,744 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 70,235 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 66,409 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 62,397 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 57,208 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 56,175 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 51,594 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 47,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 41,040 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 35,983 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 32,018 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 28,127 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 28,105 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 23,647 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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SB53 VZN is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB53 VZN, 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 SB53 VZN?

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What year was SB53 VZN registered?

SB53 VZN is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is SB53 VZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 VZN shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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