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EK53 VVT

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,941 mi
Last recorded87,941 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 VVT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2013 87,941 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Dec 2012 83,786 miles

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

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

advise air bag light on

Pass 15 Dec 2011 77,848 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 68,446 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 53,799 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 35,712 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 22,445 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 15,009 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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EK53 VVT is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 EK53 VVT, 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 EK53 VVT registered?

EK53 VVT is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is EK53 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 VVT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK53 VVT have outstanding finance?

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