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GP52 EFA

2003 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

249,339 mi
Last recorded249,339 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP52 EFA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 249,339 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 231,810 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 87,999 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 87,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

unevenly worn o/s/f tyre.

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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GP52 EFA is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GP52 EFA, 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 GP52 EFA?

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What year was GP52 EFA registered?

GP52 EFA is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is GP52 EFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP52 EFA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GP52 EFA have outstanding finance?

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