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VN53 PXM

2003 BMW 525

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

120,363 mi
Last recorded120,363 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 PXM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 120,363 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Nov 2021 101,570 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 101,356 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2020 94,563 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 93,022 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 91,447 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 89,571 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 87,739 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 86,389 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 84,561 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 82,302 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 79,307 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2012 79,307 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 75,215 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 68,703 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 68,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 63,059 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 56,516 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Oct 2007 51,104 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2006 46,463 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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VN53 PXM is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VN53 PXM, 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 VN53 PXM registered?

VN53 PXM is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is VN53 PXM safe to buy?

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