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VN53 CDF

2003 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,739 mi
Last recorded95,739 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 CDF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 95,739 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 82,383 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 71,927 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 132,609 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 132,609 miles

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

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 115,996 miles

n/s handbrake---low reading

Fail 23 Apr 2010 115,993 miles

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

n/s handbrake---low reading

Pass 26 Jan 2009 85,661 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jan 2009 85,506 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 76,414 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 66,692 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 23 Jan 2007 66,657 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

o/s/r tyre on 2mm

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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VN53 CDF is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN53 CDF, 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 VN53 CDF?

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What year was VN53 CDF registered?

VN53 CDF is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is VN53 CDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN53 CDF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN53 CDF have outstanding finance?

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