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M5 VEV

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,236 mi
Last recorded76,236 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 VEV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 76,236 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 76,236 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 74,397 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 74,397 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 72,912 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 72,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 70,559 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2020 70,559 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 68,971 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 68,963 miles

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2019 67,947 miles

tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 25 Jun 2018 65,742 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 63,800 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 63,087 miles

deep cracks both front tyres,no cord at time of test,both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 11 Dec 2015 61,874 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 60,548 miles

All tyres starting to deteriorate/perish

Pass 9 Dec 2013 59,344 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 58,346 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 57,178 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 54,351 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 48,213 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 39,707 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 24,738 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 20,238 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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M5 VEV is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M5 VEV, 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 M5 VEV?

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What year was M5 VEV registered?

M5 VEV is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is M5 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 VEV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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