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FV53 HLO

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,025 mi
Last recorded65,025 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 HLO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 65,025 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Dec 2013 65,025 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Dec 2012 62,115 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 62,115 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 59,403 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 56,299 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 52,688 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 46,321 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)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 43,005 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 33,265 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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FV53 HLO is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV53 HLO, 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 FV53 HLO registered?

FV53 HLO is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is FV53 HLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 HLO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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