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RV53 KOB

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

113,112 mi
Last recorded113,112 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 KOB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 113,112 miles

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

exhaust corroded

rust on various metal brake pipes

Pass 13 Oct 2016 109,030 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 105,286 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 101,911 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 98,097 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 93,935 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 89,353 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 84,213 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 76,787 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 76,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/F tyre low tread on inner edge

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

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

Wipers smearing slightly all round

Pass 12 Sep 2008 65,057 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 53,791 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 22 Sep 2006 39,819 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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RV53 KOB 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 92.3%.

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 RV53 KOB, 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 RV53 KOB registered?

RV53 KOB is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is RV53 KOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 KOB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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