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RN53 WXK

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

201,424 mi
Last recorded201,424 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 201,424 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 186,340 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 172,516 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 156,824 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 156,810 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 142,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust mounting rusted

Pass 21 Jun 2011 127,136 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2010 111,799 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 92,803 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 77,564 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 77,562 miles

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 61,866 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 61,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

adv front brake discs worn

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 WXK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WXK, 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 WXK registered?

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

Is RN53 WXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN53 WXK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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