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HN53 RYT

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

99,568 mi
Last recorded99,568 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 RYT
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 99,568 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 97,510 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 95,383 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 93,585 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 93,585 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 91,585 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 91,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 89,966 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 87,669 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 84,741 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 81,903 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 78,816 miles

under trays

Pass 8 Dec 2015 74,963 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 70,665 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 65,997 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 61,454 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 56,908 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 52,407 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 45,834 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 37,005 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 34,898 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 27,230 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 27,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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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HN53 RYT is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HN53 RYT, 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 HN53 RYT?

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What year was HN53 RYT registered?

HN53 RYT is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is HN53 RYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN53 RYT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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