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DL03 YNX

2003 BMW 525

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

137,157 mi
Last recorded137,157 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL03 YNX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 137,157 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 136,264 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 135,105 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 134,083 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 132,759 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 127,884 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 127,884 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 120,109 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 110,902 miles

Enging oil level low.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 101,471 miles

N/S/R Parking brake reading on RBT Lower the O/S

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 92,805 miles

n/s/r hand brake slighty lower reading than o/s

o/s/front shocker slighty soft

Pass 9 Sep 2010 81,311 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 81,311 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 69,399 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 4 Sep 2008 56,800 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 44,764 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 31,491 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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DL03 YNX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DL03 YNX, 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 DL03 YNX registered?

DL03 YNX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is DL03 YNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL03 YNX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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