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SO03 VGK

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,635 mi
Last recorded68,635 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 VGK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 68,635 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 68,635 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 67,719 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 64,797 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 64,797 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,636 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 62,374 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 62,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 60,252 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 60,252 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 55,397 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 49,626 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 47,531 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,985 miles

Anti-lock braking system component modified but not inappropriately (3.4.4)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 41,982 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 36,120 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 32,669 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 32,669 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 30,303 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 30,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 27,762 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 23,132 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 18,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 18,450 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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SO03 VGK is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO03 VGK, 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 SO03 VGK registered?

SO03 VGK is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is SO03 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO03 VGK shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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