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WF53 WLJ

2003 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,532 mi
Last recorded155,532 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 WLJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 155,532 miles

Offside Front headlight lense deteriorating

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 145,490 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 134,663 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 121,880 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 121,880 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2014 110,050 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 100,247 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 94,318 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 88,679 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 88,679 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 85,047 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 80,488 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 80,488 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 75,983 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 66,333 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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WF53 WLJ is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WF53 WLJ, 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.

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What year was WF53 WLJ registered?

WF53 WLJ is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is WF53 WLJ safe to buy?

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