The road tax status for BJ52 WXB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BJ52 WXB?

The MOT for BJ52 WXB is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 May 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of BJ52 WXB?

The recorded mileage for BJ52 WXB is 208,459 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BJ52 WXB ULEZ compliant?

No, BJ52 WXB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 BMW 520 2.2L Petrol · BJ52 WXB

BJ52 WXB

2003 BMW 520 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 27 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 208,459 miles. MOT expired on 14 May 2024.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2003 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 14 May 2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 208,459 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

2171cc

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BJ52 WXB Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2023
208,459 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (22 mentions)

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BJ52 WXB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 09:47

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27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 520 (BJ52 WXB) between January 2006 and April 2023.

The record contains 19 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 24 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (22 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Windscreen (9 issues), Steering (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 52 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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BJ52 WXB Mileage History

24/01/200667,515 mi
19/04/200669,717 mi+2,202 mi
16/04/200794,266 mi+24,549 mi
09/04/200889,692 mi-4,574 mi
09/04/200889,692 mi
16/04/2009108,811 mi+19,119 mi
20/04/2010115,289 mi+6,478 mi
18/04/2011119,011 mi+3,722 mi
18/04/2011119,012 mi+1 mi
20/04/2012125,358 mi+6,346 mi
25/04/2013130,864 mi+5,506 mi
01/05/2014134,595 mi+3,731 mi
13/05/2015137,479 mi+2,884 mi
10/05/2016143,021 mi+5,542 mi
08/05/2017148,244 mi+5,223 mi
11/05/2017148,260 mi+16 mi
10/05/2018154,359 mi+6,099 mi
18/05/2018154,398 mi+39 mi
07/05/2019164,339 mi+9,941 mi
15/05/2019164,504 mi+165 mi
07/05/2020174,324 mi+9,820 mi
16/05/2020174,324 mi
24/04/2021183,697 mi+9,373 mi
26/04/2021183,697 mi
22/04/2022196,801 mi+13,104 mi
24/04/2023208,459 mi+11,658 mi
24/04/2023208,459 mi

Average of roughly 8,173 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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ULEZ Compliant

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (67%)

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