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FR03 GBX

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,025 mi
Last recorded138,025 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 GBX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 138,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 135,772 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 135,758 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2022 129,710 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 129,697 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 123,515 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 117,929 miles

all tyres worn near limit & sidewalls cracking

Pass 30 Jan 2019 111,521 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 107,589 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 101,039 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 83,576 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 65,187 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 65,143 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 61,706 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 58,733 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 55,347 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 49,056 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 46,124 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 37,850 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 30,258 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 GBX is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GBX, 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

How do I check the history of FR03 GBX?

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What year was FR03 GBX registered?

FR03 GBX is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is FR03 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR03 GBX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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