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HG53 DFU

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,008 mi
Last recorded177,008 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 DFU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 177,008 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 163,638 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 155,734 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 149,012 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 144,373 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 136,146 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 123,774 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 123,774 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 107,388 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 107,388 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 93,147 miles

both headlamps weak pattern from condensation advise

Fail 6 Dec 2012 93,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both headlamps weak pattern from condensation advise

Pass 1 Dec 2011 79,211 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 62,960 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 49,659 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 49,659 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 34,866 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 20,268 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 15,966 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 13,115 miles

N/S O/S Front and Rear tyres centre tread perished and splits

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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HG53 DFU is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HG53 DFU, 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 HG53 DFU registered?

HG53 DFU is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HG53 DFU safe to buy?

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