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HN53 VAF

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

179,771 mi
Last recorded179,771 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 179,771 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 173,772 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 170,280 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 164,606 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 160,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 151,359 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 140,392 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 140,233 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 128,964 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 117,441 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 109,156 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 158,311 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 79,805 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 58,939 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 VAF is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VAF, 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 HN53 VAF registered?

HN53 VAF is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is HN53 VAF safe to buy?

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