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FP53 MXZ

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

189,727 mi
Last recorded189,727 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 MXZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 189,727 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 189,727 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 176,943 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 157,329 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 142,026 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 123,194 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 110,071 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 110,071 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 95,454 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

osf/nsf tyres wearing on inside treads.

uneven wear on osr tyre inner tread.

Pass 26 Mar 2009 79,963 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 76,022 miles

n/s/f/ tyre wearing on edges.

rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 16 Oct 2007 66,469 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 55,080 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 55,080 miles

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

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

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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FP53 MXZ is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FP53 MXZ, 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 FP53 MXZ registered?

FP53 MXZ is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is FP53 MXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 MXZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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