Yes, RF53 AYO is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 May 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for RF53 AYO?

The MOT for RF53 AYO is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of RF53 AYO?

The recorded mileage for RF53 AYO is 126,931 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RF53 AYO ULEZ compliant?

No, RF53 AYO 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

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2003 BMW 520 2.2L Petrol · RF53 AYO

RF53 AYO

2003 BMW 520 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 27/10/2003. Recorded mileage 126,931 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2003 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 04/09/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 126,931 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 04/09/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/05/2027

Mileage: 126,931 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 2171cc

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RF53 AYO Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2025
126,931 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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RF53 AYO Mileage History

02/09/2022112,489 mi
31/08/2023117,467 mi+4,978 mi
04/09/2024122,716 mi+5,249 mi
05/09/2024122,724 mi+8 mi
02/09/2025126,931 mi+4,207 mi

Average of roughly 4,813 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RF53 AYO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 02:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 520 (RF53 AYO) between September 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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 Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a”.

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