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E16 ABE

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,287 mi
Last recorded149,287 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE16 ABE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025 149,287 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 147,535 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 145,302 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 143,192 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 140,881 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 134,429 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 120,209 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 117,257 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 115,311 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 112,678 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 110,598 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 105,151 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 101,815 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 97,888 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 95,446 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 92,488 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 86,864 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 75,943 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 48,493 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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E16 ABE is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 E16 ABE, 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 E16 ABE?

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What year was E16 ABE registered?

E16 ABE is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is E16 ABE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E16 ABE shows 19 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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