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VN03 RUJ

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,059 mi
Last recorded142,059 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 RUJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2013 142,059 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 135,734 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 135,734 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 121,361 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 106,334 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 90,393 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 90,393 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 72,646 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 57,666 miles

middle brake light not working

nearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2006 40,393 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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VN03 RUJ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN03 RUJ, 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 VN03 RUJ registered?

VN03 RUJ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is VN03 RUJ safe to buy?

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