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RN53 LBL

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

128,700 mi
Last recorded128,700 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 LBL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 128,700 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lights (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front inner steering arm has slight play

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 120,882 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 112,052 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 97,760 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 86,167 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 78,417 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 69,880 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 59,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 48,886 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 42,445 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 42,182 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 41,921 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 41,363 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 41,003 miles

both front tyres wearing low

nearside front tyre tread cracking slightly

Pass 20 Dec 2011 40,571 miles

both front tyres slightly worn low

nearside front tyre slightly deteiorated on outer sidewall

Pass 14 Dec 2010 40,057 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 14 Dec 2010 40,057 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 15 Dec 2009 39,283 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

front brake pads getting low

Pass 11 Dec 2008 38,446 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 36,161 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 31,684 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 LBL is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 RN53 LBL, 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 LBL registered?

RN53 LBL is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is RN53 LBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN53 LBL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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