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H21 NAW

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

98,937 mi
Last recorded98,937 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH21 NAW
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 98,937 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 98,937 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 89,173 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 80,436 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 80,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 80,405 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 80,386 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 80,378 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear brake discs are slightly corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2018 80,372 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 79,888 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 78,981 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 77,825 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 76,805 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all four tyres are slightly worn on the inner edges of the tread

Pass 7 Jan 2014 75,461 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 71,108 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 65,238 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 55,710 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 48,325 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 38,906 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 32,299 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 26,252 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2006 19,281 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 17,713 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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H21 NAW is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 H21 NAW, 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 H21 NAW registered?

H21 NAW is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is H21 NAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H21 NAW shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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