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GF03 HBB

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

184,223 mi
Last recorded184,223 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 HBB
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 184,223 miles

Front number plate insecure

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

nearside front bumper insecure

offside front fog lamp missing

Fail 8 Jan 2016 184,223 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Statutory seat belt missing possibly under seat (5.1.1)

Front number plate insecure

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

nearside front bumper insecure

offside front fog lamp missing

Pass 3 Oct 2014 175,733 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 175,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 166,412 miles

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 2 Oct 2012 160,456 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 150,910 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 142,117 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 142,117 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

offside front back plate slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2009 133,621 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 125,783 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 125,783 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jun 2007 116,560 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 107,149 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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GF03 HBB 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 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF03 HBB, 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 GF03 HBB registered?

GF03 HBB is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GF03 HBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 HBB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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