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BG03 USE

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,280 mi
Last recorded182,280 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 USE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 May 2018 182,280 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt nsf/osf (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 180,969 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 175,140 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 171,264 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 164,971 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 147,598 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 131,492 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 116,348 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2010 104,574 miles

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

advise - exhaust to gearbox bracket almost rusted through

advise - small exhaust leaks at flexible parts on front pipes

Pass 20 Apr 2009 96,456 miles

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

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

Propshaft component defective

Pass 28 Apr 2008 88,083 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 75,552 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 56,407 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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BG03 USE is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BG03 USE, 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 BG03 USE registered?

BG03 USE is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is BG03 USE safe to buy?

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