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EJ52 NJE

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

134,124 mi
Last recorded134,124 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 NJE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 134,124 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 118,770 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 116,117 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 114,395 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 111,258 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 109,338 miles

Offside Front Tyre perished

both rear Tyre's perished

both rear Tyre's wearing on the inner edge

Fail 24 Feb 2017 109,338 miles

Offside Front Tyre perished

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear Tyre's perished

both rear Tyre's wearing on the inner edge

Pass 16 Feb 2016 106,946 miles

Offside Rear Tyre nail

Fail 15 Feb 2016 106,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/r17 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre nail

Pass 24 Feb 2015 104,723 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 99,391 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 96,192 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 91,726 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 91,724 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2011

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

all 4 tyres cracking outer wall

Pass 18 Feb 2010 84,673 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 75,795 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 63,939 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 50,039 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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EJ52 NJE is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EJ52 NJE, 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 EJ52 NJE registered?

EJ52 NJE is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is EJ52 NJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ52 NJE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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