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AO53 LHJ

2003 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,152 mi
Last recorded140,152 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 LHJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 140,152 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 130,789 miles

Nearside Front Outer TYRE WALL SLIGHT CUT/DAMAGED

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel REQUIRES REPAIR/ADJUSTMENT (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 124,027 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 124,008 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 118,925 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 118,923 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 116,069 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 113,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 110,695 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 107,680 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 102,898 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 102,897 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 84,186 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 84,186 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 66,020 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 46,583 miles

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts.

Pass 15 Nov 2006 25,701 miles

damage tyre sidewalls front and rear.

nearside rear tyre worn close to wear bars.

Pass 26 Sep 2006 25,198 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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AO53 LHJ is a 2003 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AO53 LHJ, 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 AO53 LHJ registered?

AO53 LHJ is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is AO53 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 LHJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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