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DK03 VLX

2003 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

151,285 mi
Last recorded151,285 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 VLX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 151,285 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 151,285 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 149,280 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 149,280 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 148,211 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 146,422 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened Both front macpherson strut upper mounts have vertical play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Fuel lines corroded

Rear Handbrake effort just met and will need attention

Fail 20 Sep 2019 146,422 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened Both front macpherson strut upper mounts have vertical play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Fuel lines corroded

Rear Handbrake effort just met and will need attention

Pass 10 Sep 2018 141,213 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi hose slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 134,676 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 120,121 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 23 Sep 2015 110,256 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 99,930 miles

Flexible section of exhaust has a slight leak of exhaust gasses

Pass 6 Nov 2012 94,668 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 94,666 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 89,995 miles

Drivers and passengers front windows tinted

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

Nearside headlamp light output slightly reduced

Fail 4 Oct 2011 89,992 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Drivers and passengers front windows tinted

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

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

Nearside front tyre heavily worn inner raised shoulder

Nearside headlamp light output slightly reduced

Pass 27 Jul 2010 81,692 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 81,692 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 73,309 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 68,379 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 Sep 2008 68,379 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Aug 2007 63,993 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 46,124 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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DK03 VLX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK03 VLX, 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 DK03 VLX registered?

DK03 VLX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DK03 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 VLX shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK03 VLX have outstanding finance?

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