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BL52 ABX

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

78,397 mi
Last recorded78,397 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 ABX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 78,397 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 60,464 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 53,260 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 40,095 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 35,199 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 35,199 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 32,927 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,501 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 27,616 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 13,864 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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BL52 ABX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BL52 ABX, 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

How do I check the history of BL52 ABX?

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What year was BL52 ABX registered?

BL52 ABX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is BL52 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL52 ABX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL52 ABX have outstanding finance?

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