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KJ53 YFH

2003 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,303 mi
Last recorded117,303 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ53 YFH
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 117,303 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2011 109,993 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 103,099 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 103,099 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 96,287 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2008 89,592 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 82,918 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 71,247 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 60,258 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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KJ53 YFH is a 2003 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KJ53 YFH, 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 KJ53 YFH?

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What year was KJ53 YFH registered?

KJ53 YFH is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 7 September 2003.

Is KJ53 YFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ53 YFH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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