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RJ03 XSA

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,141 mi
Last recorded122,141 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 XSA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 122,141 miles

both mirror back covers missing

oil leak from engine slight misting of sump and steering rack monitor

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front bumper damaged

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 121,157 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front or rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside mirror cover missing

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear of rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside mirror cover missing

slight engine oil leak

steering rack covered in slight misting of oil

Pass 12 Apr 2019 118,545 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine oil low topped up 1 ltr oil

Pass 10 Apr 2018 115,768 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm 225/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 112,514 miles

Offside mirror cover missing

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

body damage offside front front bumper & scuffs nearside

engine oil on min

Pass 19 Apr 2016 109,538 miles

topup 1ltr oil as engine oil below min

Pass 15 Apr 2015 106,247 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil on min

Pass 3 Apr 2014 101,738 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 98,507 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil low

outer sills covered

Fail 17 Apr 2013 98,506 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil low

outer sills covered

Pass 12 Apr 2012 92,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2011 85,049 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 85,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Cut in tread less than 25mm on offside rear

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 76,921 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 76,921 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 69,723 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 61,698 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 52,212 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 44,844 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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RJ03 XSA is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RJ03 XSA, 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.

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What year was RJ03 XSA registered?

RJ03 XSA is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is RJ03 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ03 XSA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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