CarVerify

Free Car Check

GU53 CBF

2003 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

176,129 mi
Last recorded176,129 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 CBF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2017 176,129 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 166,781 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 159,183 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge 225/55/16

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

rear wiper blade worn

Fail 14 Sep 2015 159,181 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed brake pad warning wire (1.9.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge 225/55/16

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 11 Sep 2014 155,290 miles

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

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

brake pad warning lamp wire broken n/s/f.

exhaust heat shields insecure.

fuel lines at rear, near fuel filter corroded

o/s/r/tyre inner edge worn

Fail 1 Sep 2014 154,922 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

brake pad warning wire broken front

exhaust heat sheilds insecure

front springs corroded

fuel lines corroded

near side front to rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2013 152,062 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

ex heat shealds loose

f pad worning light wire broken

f to r fuel pipes rusty

Fail 12 Sep 2013 152,062 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

ex heat shealds loose

f pad worning light wire broken

f to r fuel pipes rusty

noise on hand brake in rollers

Pass 14 Sep 2012 148,663 miles

fuel pipes rusty--brake pipes rusty--both rear tyres are wearing very low on the inside edges

Pass 2 Sep 2011 146,135 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 132,658 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Sep 2009 122,506 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 122,506 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 106,045 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 89,403 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 89,403 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 71,031 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)

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
Full BMW 525 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GU53 CBF is a 2003 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 GU53 CBF, 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 GU53 CBF?

You can check the full history of GU53 CBF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GU53 CBF registered?

GU53 CBF is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is GU53 CBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 CBF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU53 CBF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GU53 CBF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.