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WP03 OKV

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

27,875 mi
Last recorded27,875 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 OKV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 27,875 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 225/55/r16 95w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 26,578 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2025 26,578 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 25,498 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 25,348 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))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 25,048 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 25,045 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 24,709 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 24,458 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 24,413 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 23,856 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 23,366 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 23,362 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both rear upper arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 22,708 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 22,213 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 21,515 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 20,794 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 19,593 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 18,423 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,412 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 15,895 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,009 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 11,229 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 11,229 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 8,961 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 6,536 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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WP03 OKV is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 WP03 OKV, 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 WP03 OKV registered?

WP03 OKV is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is WP03 OKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP03 OKV shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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