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AP03 RNV

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

131,532 mi
Last recorded131,532 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 RNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 131,532 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 131,532 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 130,616 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 128,628 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 125,422 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 122,600 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 120,151 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 117,570 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 113,183 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 105,937 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)

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

front and rear number plates tapped on

Pass 30 Sep 2009 99,678 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 92,104 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 84,441 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

sill / floor covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2006 78,762 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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AP03 RNV is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AP03 RNV, 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.

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What year was AP03 RNV registered?

AP03 RNV is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is AP03 RNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 RNV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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