The BMW 5 SERIES (1996-03) 525I 4DR SALOON 2.5 SPORT is a roomy, four-door executive saloon from BMW’s late-1990s 5 Series range. In the UK used-car market, it sits above everyday family saloons, offering a more premium feel and sportier character while remaining practical for daily driving. Mycarcheck.com records 63 look-ups covering 30 different VINs, a useful but modest sample of cars checked since February 2021. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,200 and average recorded mileage of 139,000 miles. The typical example has about four previous keepers and averages 4,000 miles a year, suggesting many are now occasional-use or enthusiast-owned cars. Sport trim and the 2.5-litre petrol engine make it more involving than mainstream saloons, while its comfortable cabin suits commuting, longer trips and small families. It remains a classic, driver-focused alternative to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6. Buyers should check service history and condition carefully.