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Y12 SNR

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,232 mi
Last recorded106,232 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY12 SNR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 106,232 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 95,868 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 94,596 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 93,426 miles

Front brake disc slightly rusted both sides

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear brake disc slightly rusted both sides

Pass 15 Feb 2021 93,156 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 92,951 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 92,415 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 91,371 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 88,997 miles

Offside Front Tyre heavily wearing on the inner and outer edge's

both rear Tyre's heavily perished

Pass 18 Mar 2016 86,098 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 84,377 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 80,937 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 77,204 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 77,204 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2012 73,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 73,536 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 70,557 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 67,329 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 59,103 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 50,193 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 38,338 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 26,882 miles

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

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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Y12 SNR is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y12 SNR, 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 Y12 SNR registered?

Y12 SNR is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is Y12 SNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y12 SNR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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