2003 BMW 520 2.2L Petrol · LW03 TVM
2003 BMW 520 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 107,845 miles. MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 520
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,845 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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LW03 TVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/04/2026
- 107,845 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LW03 TVM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 520 (LW03 TVM) between May 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.
LW03 TVM Mileage History
- 18/05/202395,918 mi
- 27/05/202395,921 mi+3 mi
- 27/02/2025103,318 mi+7,397 mi
- 09/04/2025103,391 mi+73 mi
- 27/04/2026107,845 mi+4,454 mi
Average of roughly 4,053 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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