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YL03 FUH

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,902 mi
Last recorded177,902 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 FUH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 177,902 miles

oil leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint most forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 161,848 miles

e.m light on

Fail 20 Jan 2016 161,848 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

e.m light on

Pass 28 Jan 2015 148,299 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 142,117 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 134,370 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 134,370 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 124,844 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2011 114,305 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 114,305 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 99,751 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 84,445 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 72,333 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 66,164 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 49,732 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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YL03 FUH is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YL03 FUH, 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 YL03 FUH registered?

YL03 FUH is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YL03 FUH safe to buy?

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