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GV52 VVP

2003 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

199,588 mi
Last recorded199,588 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 525103,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 VVP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 199,588 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 199,588 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 192,142 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 192,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 184,029 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 178,092 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Dec 2021 173,149 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 168,755 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 160,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 150,672 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 139,035 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 127,247 miles

engine oil on min

Fail 14 Dec 2016 127,110 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

engine oil on min

Pass 9 Dec 2015 113,039 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 101,951 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 88,211 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 88,207 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 74,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Dec 2011 63,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 51,760 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 41,045 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 37,839 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 34,273 miles

official permit on the screen encroaching into swept area by over 40mm not in zone A, sideskirts fitted so unable to fully inspect sills

Pass 4 Dec 2006 30,211 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 22,439 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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GV52 VVP is a 2003 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GV52 VVP, 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 GV52 VVP registered?

GV52 VVP is a 2003 BMW 525, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is GV52 VVP safe to buy?

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