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EJZ 8258

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

224,063 mi
Last recorded224,063 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJZ 8258
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2014 224,063 miles

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

Plastic guards prevent a full inspection of sills

Pass 31 Aug 2013 209,395 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2012 176,319 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 139,143 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 105,034 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 82,304 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 60,211 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 44,910 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 29,833 miles

play in the rear n/s link bar

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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EJZ 8258 is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EJZ 8258, 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 EJZ 8258 registered?

EJZ 8258 is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is EJZ 8258 safe to buy?

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