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RG53 EVM

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

189,508 mi
Last recorded189,508 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 EVM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 189,508 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 189,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 172,390 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 155,015 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment bothsides (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 134,372 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 117,136 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 107,376 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 100,776 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 86,767 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 74,233 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 59,545 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 47,787 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 37,948 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 23,823 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 23,754 miles

Nearside rear NON obligatory reflector missing

Offside front foglamp insecure

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

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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RG53 EVM is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RG53 EVM, 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 RG53 EVM registered?

RG53 EVM is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is RG53 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 EVM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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