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AJ53 ZHD

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,244 mi
Last recorded85,244 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 ZHD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2012 85,244 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 79,640 miles

under vehicle covers fitted oil leak on rear axle

Pass 23 Aug 2010 70,975 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 65,085 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 53,371 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 38,044 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE NEAR TO CORDS

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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AJ53 ZHD is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ53 ZHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ53 ZHD registered?

AJ53 ZHD is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is AJ53 ZHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 ZHD shows 6 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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