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FR03 CGE

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

165,017 mi
Last recorded165,017 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 CGE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 165,017 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 145,436 miles

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

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 26 Jan 2017 137,773 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 137,773 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 127,446 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 118,272 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 106,518 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 91,249 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 82,404 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 73,730 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 63,983 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 53,235 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 43,131 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 32,945 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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FR03 CGE is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FR03 CGE, 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 FR03 CGE registered?

FR03 CGE is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is FR03 CGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR03 CGE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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