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YL03 LXJ

2003 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,094 mi
Last recorded118,094 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 LXJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 118,094 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 104,772 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2024 104,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 92,145 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear damage to wheel ,rim bolt missing/snapped

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 92,137 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside edge worn and split to cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear damage to wheel ,rim bolt missing/snapped

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 84,642 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 84,462 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 84,169 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 83,722 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 83,262 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2018 83,262 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 82,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small cut in rubber (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small cut in rubber (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front and rear brake pads worn

Pass 29 Jan 2016 81,535 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 79,922 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 78,257 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 77,444 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 74,758 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 70,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 6 Feb 2010 64,068 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 58,145 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 58,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2008 53,475 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 53,475 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 49,064 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 37,469 miles

rear registration plate fading

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 LXJ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 LXJ, 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 LXJ registered?

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

Is YL03 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 LXJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL03 LXJ have outstanding finance?

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