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X5 OES

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,024 mi
Last recorded70,024 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 OES
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 70,024 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 70,024 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 66,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 61,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 58,014 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 54,669 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brakes look worn

Pass 3 Dec 2010 49,457 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 43,060 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 35,964 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 29,948 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 19,992 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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X5 OES is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X5 OES, 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

How do I check the history of X5 OES?

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What year was X5 OES registered?

X5 OES is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is X5 OES safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 OES shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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