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VK53 YZO

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

152,704 mi
Last recorded152,704 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 YZO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 152,704 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 132,896 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 123,868 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 112,873 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 106,959 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 101,894 miles

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

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wiper blade slightly damaged, clearing screen correctly.

Nearside Rear Tire perishing or cracking.

Pass 8 Feb 2020 96,190 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 91,802 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 86,362 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 81,959 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 76,137 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 70,234 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2013 64,648 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2012 59,883 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 19 Nov 2011 52,789 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Nov 2011 52,787 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2010 46,729 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 20 Nov 2010 46,729 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 38,042 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 38,041 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 29,523 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 23,659 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 17,528 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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VK53 YZO is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VK53 YZO, 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 VK53 YZO registered?

VK53 YZO is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is VK53 YZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 YZO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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