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A10 GPD

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

118,425 mi
Last recorded118,425 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 GPD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 118,425 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 118,423 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 113,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 109,507 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 109,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 103,783 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 95,817 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 90,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 90,891 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 82,223 miles

o/s mirror casing damaged

wipers poor and smearing

Pass 15 May 2018 75,155 miles

Offside offside door mirror damaged

Fail 15 May 2018 75,155 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside offside door mirror damaged

Pass 8 Jun 2017 72,580 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

nearside rear tyre perished

offside mirror damaged

Pass 19 May 2016 70,362 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 67,085 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 64,628 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 64,628 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 62,337 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 59,779 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 56,476 miles

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

offside stop lamp dull

Pass 14 Jun 2010 53,274 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 14 Jun 2010 53,274 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 18 Jun 2009 49,726 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 46,944 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 42,695 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 42,695 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 36,307 miles

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

child seats fitted to off side and near side rear seat belts

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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A10 GPD is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 A10 GPD, 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 A10 GPD registered?

A10 GPD is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is A10 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 GPD shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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