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KF53 NUE

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,893 mi
Last recorded123,893 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 NUE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 123,893 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 123,193 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 121,942 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 116,653 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 116,653 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated symbol on dash (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link boot split (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 112,665 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 104,056 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 96,381 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 87,882 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 82,967 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 82,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 77,943 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 74,447 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 74,442 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 68,946 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 63,917 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 51,031 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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KF53 NUE is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KF53 NUE, 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 KF53 NUE registered?

KF53 NUE is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is KF53 NUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF53 NUE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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