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AF03 UJK

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,671 mi
Last recorded55,671 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 UJK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 55,671 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 53,175 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 50,362 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 47,861 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 44,456 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

rear most exhaust heat shield (above back box) loose but not insecure

Pass 18 Jun 2020 43,432 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 40,913 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view within swept area not exceeding 40mm limit (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 38,850 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,389 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 34,587 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 32,873 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 31,285 miles

front inner pads low

some small chips in windscreen

Pass 11 May 2012 29,229 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,477 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 23,632 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,660 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 19,312 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 14,242 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 10,901 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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AF03 UJK is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF03 UJK, 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 AF03 UJK?

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What year was AF03 UJK registered?

AF03 UJK is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AF03 UJK safe to buy?

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