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S25 BJS

2003 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

154,944 mi
Last recorded154,944 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS25 BJS
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2012 154,944 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 154,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 134,769 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both front brake discs are very worn, rear brake discs are slightly worn

Fail 21 Jul 2011 134,769 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both front brake discs are very worn, rear brake discs are slightly worn

Pass 2 Jul 2010 120,418 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 102,642 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 80,513 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 80,511 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 60,594 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 33,509 miles

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

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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S25 BJS is a 2003 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S25 BJS, 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 S25 BJS registered?

S25 BJS is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is S25 BJS safe to buy?

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