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FY53 YAO

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,605 mi
Last recorded103,605 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 YAO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2012 103,605 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 84,622 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 67,227 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 54,160 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 45,094 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 30,542 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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FY53 YAO is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FY53 YAO, 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

How do I check the history of FY53 YAO?

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What year was FY53 YAO registered?

FY53 YAO is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is FY53 YAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 YAO shows 6 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 FY53 YAO have outstanding finance?

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