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CJ53 UGN

2003 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,536 mi
Last recorded98,536 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 UGN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 98,536 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside inner ()

Pass 16 Dec 2024 89,885 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 84,160 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 76,756 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 67,360 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 59,280 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 58,729 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 28 Dec 2018 57,945 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly worn/pitted

front wiper blades smearing

fuel cap rubber seal deteriorated

Pass 29 Dec 2017 57,301 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly worn/pitted

Pass 30 Dec 2016 56,664 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 56,664 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 55,667 miles

Front and rear brake discs pitted and worn

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both front (1.7.5a)

Minor gearbox oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2014 54,241 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 52,548 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 51,122 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 47,711 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 43,983 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 41,158 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 41,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,946 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 35,844 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 30,611 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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CJ53 UGN is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CJ53 UGN, 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 CJ53 UGN registered?

CJ53 UGN is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is CJ53 UGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ53 UGN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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