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BT03 ONR

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,893 mi
Last recorded156,893 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 ONR
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2015 156,893 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components from view.

Pass 8 Jan 2015 147,668 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 146,447 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 137,870 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 135,171 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under car shield fitted so cant fully check for leaks

Pass 10 Sep 2011 126,921 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 121,277 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 115,787 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 109,978 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 109,968 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2007 104,776 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 96,705 miles

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

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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BT03 ONR is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BT03 ONR, 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 BT03 ONR registered?

BT03 ONR is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is BT03 ONR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 ONR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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