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RN53 HWG

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,059 mi
Last recorded102,059 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 HWG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 102,059 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 100,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp brackets broken yet still secure

Fail 28 Jun 2016 100,276 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp brackets broken yet still secure

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 94,139 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 83,987 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 74,149 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 65,717 miles

Brake pad wear warning indication light on

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside front, one out of the two position lights are not working

Offside rear, one out of the two positon light is not working

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 57,628 miles

Brake Warning Light Stays On.

Fail 20 Apr 2011 57,628 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake Warning Light Stays On.

n/s emergency brake light is on.

Pass 12 Mar 2010 50,479 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 43,481 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 34,708 miles

both rear tyres worn to wear indicators

Pass 5 Dec 2006 27,935 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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RN53 HWG is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RN53 HWG, 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 RN53 HWG registered?

RN53 HWG is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is RN53 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN53 HWG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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