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SW03 XHN

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

104,252 mi
Last recorded104,252 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 XHN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 104,252 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2023 102,489 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres in poor condition and under inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 14 Jul 2023 102,432 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/40R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/40R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 97,373 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 97,318 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 96,576 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL discs rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 96,027 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 94,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 94,914 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 94,364 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 93,169 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 88,202 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 83,829 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)

Pass 31 May 2011 79,062 miles

o/s/r brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2010 72,803 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

tread worn low on inner edge of both front tyres

Pass 15 May 2009 62,118 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 32,118 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 49,631 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 37,851 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front discs slightly worn and pitted

front pads worn

fuel cap seal perishing

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damage

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

plastic sill covers fitted

power steering bottle damp

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 9 Jun 2006 26,650 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SW03 XHN is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SW03 XHN, 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 SW03 XHN registered?

SW03 XHN is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is SW03 XHN safe to buy?

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