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X7 MSG

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,286 mi
Last recorded46,286 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX7 MSG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 46,286 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and cuts on the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Sep 2025 46,286 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and cuts on the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 46,117 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 45,478 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 44,107 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 43,047 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 42,792 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 41,835 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 40,997 miles

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 30 Mar 2017 40,038 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 39,064 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 37,228 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 33,509 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 31,552 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 29,522 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 28,513 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 25,433 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 20,384 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,112 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 12,139 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 7,699 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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X7 MSG is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 X7 MSG, 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 X7 MSG registered?

X7 MSG is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is X7 MSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X7 MSG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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