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WG52 OXC

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,166 mi
Last recorded137,166 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 OXC
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 137,166 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 135,920 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency poor. Sufficient enough for MOT

Pass 27 Nov 2012 122,047 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 122,047 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 109,892 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 109,892 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 100,910 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 92,217 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 82,163 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 69,251 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 54,548 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 54,548 miles

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

FRONT INNER BRAKE PADS LOOK TO BE WEARING VERY LOW

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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WG52 OXC is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WG52 OXC, 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 WG52 OXC registered?

WG52 OXC is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is WG52 OXC safe to buy?

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Does WG52 OXC have outstanding finance?

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