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BK53 YLX

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

194,240 mi
Last recorded194,240 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 YLX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 194,240 miles

OSR tyre worn to inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 May 2017 30,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 May 2017 181,683 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2016 168,052 miles

Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin and caliper creaking (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded behind fuel tank leading to rear flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2015 157,954 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2014 145,076 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 131,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 117,205 miles

n/smirror cover missing

Pass 9 May 2011 101,482 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 89,181 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 67,403 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 60,286 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 50,325 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 44,456 miles

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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BK53 YLX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BK53 YLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK53 YLX registered?

BK53 YLX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is BK53 YLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 YLX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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