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FX03 XGA

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 XGA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017
Pass 26 Oct 2015
Pass 5 Sep 2014 158,750 miles

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

rear brake pipes covered in underseal

Pass 2 Jul 2013 153,586 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 133,804 miles

front tyres wearing slightly uneven

Pass 16 Jun 2011 115,475 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 115,475 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 105,270 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 105,270 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 80,541 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 61,504 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Wiper blades smearing

Pass 20 Jul 2007 55,235 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 39,321 miles

n/s parking brake efficency low

Pass 23 Feb 2006 36,293 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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FX03 XGA 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 85.7%.

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 FX03 XGA, 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 FX03 XGA registered?

FX03 XGA is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is FX03 XGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 XGA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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