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GL03 BVN

2003 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,720 mi
Last recorded135,720 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 BVN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 135,720 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2011 126,291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Wipers poor

Pass 24 May 2010 116,186 miles

Both front tyres cracking on outer edge.

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

Fail 24 May 2010 116,186 miles

Both front tyres cracking on outer edge.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 106,281 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 97,470 miles

PDC Fault

Rear pads low and discs pitting slightly on surface

TPC Fault

Wipers smearing

Pass 14 May 2007 89,955 miles

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

PDC Inop

Rear pads low and disc surface starting to pitt.

Slight play in N/S/R A/Roll bar drop link

Pass 2 Jun 2006 81,033 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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GL03 BVN is a 2003 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL03 BVN, 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 GL03 BVN registered?

GL03 BVN is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is GL03 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 BVN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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