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VO53 ZFA

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

239,374 mi
Last recorded239,374 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 ZFA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 239,374 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 134,752 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 121,377 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 110,491 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 110,491 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 99,601 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

rear axle diff seal leaking

Pass 7 Jul 2008 80,454 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN FROM INSIDE,,DIFFERENTIAL LEAKING OIL

Pass 31 Jan 2007 56,089 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 56,087 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 40,090 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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VO53 ZFA is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue 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 VO53 ZFA, 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 VO53 ZFA registered?

VO53 ZFA is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is VO53 ZFA safe to buy?

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