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RJ53 WSY

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

210,457 mi
Last recorded210,457 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 WSY
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2015 210,457 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 205,443 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 197,655 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 183,181 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 171,874 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 161,213 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 161,213 miles

registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 148,273 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 133,842 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 133,842 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 93,952 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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RJ53 WSY is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RJ53 WSY, 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 RJ53 WSY?

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What year was RJ53 WSY registered?

RJ53 WSY is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is RJ53 WSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ53 WSY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJ53 WSY have outstanding finance?

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