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AX03 LUF

2003 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,006 mi
Last recorded142,006 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 LUF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2012 142,006 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 13,600 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 119,489 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 103,592 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 87,091 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 70,105 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 55,910 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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AX03 LUF is a 2003 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AX03 LUF, 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

How do I check the history of AX03 LUF?

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What year was AX03 LUF registered?

AX03 LUF is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is AX03 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 LUF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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