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BG53 LNO

2003 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,232 mi
Last recorded112,232 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 52084,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 LNO
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 112,232 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 108,625 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened upper rubber cover (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened upper rubber cover (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2015 105,333 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 May 2014 96,399 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2013 91,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 81,600 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 81,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 76,367 miles

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

offside & nearside front slight play in steering system

Fail 3 May 2011 76,367 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

offside & nearside front slight play in steering system

Pass 3 Nov 2009 64,524 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 48,194 miles

Nearside Rear 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 2 Oct 2006 36,574 miles

Nearside 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)

Fail 2 Oct 2006 36,574 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside 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)

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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BG53 LNO is a 2003 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BG53 LNO, 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 BG53 LNO registered?

BG53 LNO is a 2003 BMW 520, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is BG53 LNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 LNO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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