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FH03 GDF

2003 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

264,068 mi
Last recorded264,068 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 GDF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2024 264,068 miles

Headlamp aim too high both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected area around both rear subframe and jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front severe corrosion within prescribed area of both front seat mounting points

Pass 14 Nov 2023 254,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 240,179 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 240,179 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 225,837 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 209,439 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 193,404 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 175,301 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 157,625 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 138,124 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 121,929 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 111,332 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 111,332 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 103,909 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 97,223 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

slight blow from front exhaust flexis

Pass 15 Nov 2011 87,164 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 77,793 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES UNEVEN WEAR INSIDE EDGES

Pass 26 May 2010 75,382 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2009 65,400 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 54,830 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2008 54,830 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

front brake pads approx 70% worn.

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres becoming mishapen on inner edges.

front brake discs worn and pitted.

unable to check brake fluid level in reservoir.

Pass 23 May 2007 43,867 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 33,932 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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FH03 GDF is a 2003 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 FH03 GDF, 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 FH03 GDF registered?

FH03 GDF is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is FH03 GDF safe to buy?

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